This bill amends section 1009.26 of the Florida Statutes, specifically addressing the waiver of out-of-state fees for certain students. The bill deletes existing provisions that allowed state universities, Florida College System institutions, and career centers to waive out-of-state fees for students, including undocumented students, who met specific criteria such as attending a Florida secondary school for three consecutive years before graduation and applying for enrollment within 24 months after high school. The bill also removes requirements related to the reporting of fee waivers granted and the prioritization of veteran enrollment.

The effective date for this bill is set for July 1, 2025. By eliminating these provisions, the bill effectively ends the out-of-state fee waiver program for the specified group of students, which may impact their ability to afford higher education in Florida.

Statutes affected:
S 90 Filed: 1009.26