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STATE OF OKLAHOMA
2nd Session of the 60th Legislature (2026)
SENATE BILL 1247 By: Bergstrom
AS INTRODUCED
An Act relating to higher education; amending 70 O.S.
2021, Section 3242.2, which relates to higher
education benefits for certain students; removing
exception to prohibition for certain students;
removing outdated language; updating statutory
language; providing for promulgation of rules;
repealing 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3242, which relates
to resident tuition eligibility for certain students;
providing an effective date; and declaring an
emergency.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA:
SECTION 1. AMENDATORY 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3242.2, is
amended to read as follows:
Section 3242.2. A. Except as otherwise provided in Section
3242 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes, an An individual who is
not lawfully present in the United States shall not be eligible on
the basis of residence within the this state for:
1. Any postsecondary education benefit, including, but not
limited to, scholarships or financial aid; or
2. Resident tuition.
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B. The provisions of subsection A of this section shall not
apply to a student enrolled in a degree program at a postsecondary
educational institution within The Oklahoma State System of Higher
Education during the 2006-2007 school year or any prior year who
received a resident tuition benefit pursuant to Section 3242 of
Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes at that institution The Oklahoma
State Regents for Higher Education may promulgate rules to implement
the provisions of this section.
SECTION 2. REPEALER 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3242, is
hereby repealed.
SECTION 3. This act shall become effective July 1, 2026.
SECTION 4. It being immediately necessary for the preservation
of the public peace, health, or safety, an emergency is hereby
declared to exist, by reason whereof this act shall take effect and
be in full force from and after its passage and approval.
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