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- Referred to higher education
- Referred to higher education
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Provides in-state tuition rates at New York universities and colleges to qualified immigrant students
In Assembly Committee · Higher Education · Sponsor Karim Camara
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BILL NUMBER:S1140
Title of bill
An act to amend the education law, in relation to establishing the "Access to Postsecondary Education Act" to provide in-state tuition rates at New York state universities and colleges to qualified immigrant students
Purpose or general idea of bill
To establish procedures allowing qualified immigrant students to pay in-state tuition rates when attending public institutions of higher education in New York state.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1. Establishes the title as the "Access to Postsecondary Education Act."
Section 2. Contains Legislative findings.
Section 3. Establishes student qualifications including a requirement that qualifying students must have attended a New York state high school for two years. Outlines procedures for claiming benefits. Requires governing boards to promulgate necessary rules and regulations. Establishes confidentiality of student records.
Justification
Many immigrant high school students have lived in the state of New York most of their lives and are likely to remain residents. These students may nevertheless be precluded from obtaining an affordable college education because they do not qualify for in-state tuition rates. Because tuition costs for non-residents far exceed the cost for residents, many of these students are not able to attend college and cannot contribute as much to society as their intelligence and skills will allow.
These students have already proven their academic eligibility and merit - by being accepted by institutions of higher education. Making it possible for these students to attend college will increase the state's college-educated workforce and stimulate economic growth. The purpose of this legislation is to provide long-time residents of New York greater access to higher education, improving the overall economic conditions of the state.
Prior legislative history
2009-10: S.1392/A.3955 - Referred to Higher Education/Referred to Higher Education 2007-08: S.1933/A.8109 - Referred to Higher Education 2005-06: S.2966 - Referred to Higher Education
Fiscal implications
To be determined.
Effective date
This act shall take effect on the first of July following enactment, with provisions.
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