House Bill 114 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance tuition assistance for members of the Tennessee National Guard attending public educational institutions. The bill introduces definitions for "mandatory fees," "master's degree program fees," and "undergraduate course fees," clarifying the types of fees eligible for reimbursement. It also modifies the reimbursement structure, ensuring that eligible members receive 100% of the maximum resident in-state tuition along with additional fees determined by the Department of Military, while accounting for other state or federal financial assistance.

Additionally, the bill establishes new eligibility criteria, stating that members suspended from federal tuition assistance due to academic issues are ineligible for state reimbursement. It increases the maximum allowable semester hours from 120 to 130 and revises the application timeline for tuition reimbursement to within 45 days of course completion. The bill also removes certain existing provisions, streamlining the process for members seeking financial assistance for their education.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 49-4-1003, 49-4-1004(b), 49-4-1004, 49-4-1005, 49-4-1005(3), 49-4-1005(11), 49-4-1008