The bill H. 3453 aims to amend Section 59-111-20 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to free tuition for children of wartime veterans. The amendment specifies that a veteran's child qualifies for free tuition if they have been a resident of South Carolina since birth. This change expands the eligibility criteria for tuition assistance, ensuring that children who have lived in the state their entire lives can benefit from this program, in addition to other existing residency requirements related to the veteran's service.

The bill maintains the original provisions that require the veteran to have served honorably during a defined wartime period and outlines specific circumstances under which the veteran's child may qualify for free tuition, such as the veteran being deceased or permanently disabled. The eligibility is also limited to children who are twenty-six years of age or younger and pursuing an undergraduate degree. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 59-111-20
05/01/2025: 59-111-20
05/06/2025: 59-111-20
Latest Version: 59-111-20