H.515 is a proposed bill that aims to allow the University of Vermont and the Vermont State Colleges Corporation to offer in-state tuition rates to students who are not residents of Vermont. This provision specifically targets students from states that have prohibited diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in their publicly funded postsecondary institutions. The bill seeks to provide these students with access to educational opportunities that may be limited in their home states due to such bans.

The bill emphasizes the importance of DEI programming in higher education and aims to attract students who may otherwise be disadvantaged by their state's policies. By offering in-state tuition to these individuals, Vermont seeks to promote inclusivity and support students who value diversity in their educational experience.