AN ACT CONCERNING TUITION WAIVERS FOR MEMBERS OF NATIVE AMERICAN TRIBES IN THE STATE AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.

SB 799 would create tuition waivers for members of federally recognized Native American tribes in the state at all public colleges and universities. The bill amends statutes 10a-77, 10a-99, and 10a-105 to establish this program, directly affecting eligible tribal members and public higher education institutions. Key provisions require public colleges to waive tuition fees for qualifying students, removing a significant financial barrier to higher education. The bill's purpose is to increase access to public higher education for Native American tribal members within the state.