This bill amends 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, including payments, grants, loans, or subsidies. The effective date for this prohibition is set for the day following final enactment, applying 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 the effective date for these changes will also be the day following final enactment, with applicability to scholarship awards beginning in the fall term of the 2025-2026 academic year. Overall, the bill aims to restrict access to state financial aid for undocumented noncitizens while updating definitions related to eligible students and financial aid.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 136A.1465