The bill amends the 1966 PA 313, which establishes tuition grants for resident students attending independent nonprofit institutions of higher learning in Michigan. Key changes include the redefinition of eligible institutions to ensure they are located in Michigan, comply with civil rights laws, and do not solely provide sectarian instruction. The bill also updates the administering body from the Michigan higher education assistance authority to the department of lifelong education, advancement, and potential, which will now oversee the grant distribution process. Additionally, the bill specifies that grants must be available to both undergraduate and graduate students, with priority given to full-time students.

Further amendments clarify the eligibility criteria for students applying for grants, including residency requirements and the need to maintain satisfactory academic progress. The bill stipulates that grants cannot exceed the tuition and fees reported by the eligible institutions and introduces provisions for prorated payments. It also establishes that students receiving certain state competitive scholarships or full tuition coverage from private institutions are ineligible for these grants, while allowing for proportionate grants if only partial tuition is covered. Overall, the bill aims to enhance access to higher education funding for Michigan residents attending eligible nonprofit colleges and universities.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 390.991