The resolution proposes an interim study to evaluate the fiscal impact of unfunded, statutorily mandated tuition and fee waivers on Nebraska's public higher education institutions, including universities, state colleges, and community colleges. The study aims to assess the implications of these waivers, particularly the absence of corresponding state funding for lost tuition and fee revenue, on students, institutional budgets, and the overall higher education system in Nebraska. Key areas of examination will include the financial effects of these waivers, their long-term sustainability, and their alignment with Nebraska's workforce development goals.

To facilitate this study, the Appropriations Committee of the Nebraska Legislature may form a working group comprising representatives from various educational institutions and stakeholders. This group will identify critical issues, gather input from affected parties, and propose potential solutions. Upon completing the study, the committee is tasked with reporting its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or the Legislature.