This bill amends existing laws regarding eligibility for resident tuition and postsecondary education benefits in Oklahoma. It removes the option for students to file an application or affidavit to receive resident tuition, instead requiring the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to verify a student's lawful presence in the United States through the federal Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) Program. The amendments also eliminate outdated references and clarify that students must present valid documentation of their United States nationality or lawful immigration status to qualify for resident tuition.

Additionally, the bill specifies that individuals who are not lawfully present in the United States are ineligible for any postsecondary education benefits, including scholarships and financial aid, based on their residency in the state. The provisions of the bill will take effect on July 1, 2026, and an emergency clause is included to ensure the bill is enacted immediately upon passage and approval.