This bill proposes to allow the Board of Regents to waive tuition and fees for the surviving spouses and children of Montana firefighters or peace officers who have died in the line of duty. The intent is to provide financial support and educational opportunities for the families of these individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities.

To implement this change, the bill amends Section 20-25-421 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA). The new legal language specifies the conditions under which the tuition and fee waivers will be granted, ensuring that the families of fallen firefighters and peace officers receive the necessary assistance to pursue higher education without the burden of tuition costs.

Statutes affected:
SB0289_1.pdf: 20-25-421
SB0289_2.pdf: 20-25-421
Amended: 20-25-421
Introduced: 20-25-421