The bill proposes to amend Minnesota Statutes to prohibit undocumented noncitizens from receiving state-funded financial aid for higher education. Specifically, it introduces a new section, [136A.099], which states that individuals who are undocumented or not lawfully present in the United States are ineligible for any form of financial assistance funded by state tax revenue. This prohibition will take effect the day after the bill is enacted and will apply to financial aid awards starting in the fall term of the 2025-2026 academic year.

Additionally, the bill amends section 136A.1465, subdivision 1, to clarify the definition of "eligible student" by including specific clauses related to residency and eligibility requirements. The amendments also specify that "gift aid" encompasses various forms of financial assistance, excluding loans or work-study programs, and outlines what constitutes "other expenses." The effective date for these amendments will also be the day following final enactment, applying to scholarship awards beginning in the fall term of the 2025-2026 academic year.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 136A.1465