Higher education; College Fee Waiver for Children of Parents with Disabilities Act; State Regents for Higher Education; emergency.

HB 1495 creates a fee waiver program for students attending Oklahoma public higher education institutions whose parents have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The bill requires institutions to waive all tuition, fees, and enrollment costs for eligible students for up to four years or until they earn a bachelor's degree, provided they maintain good academic standing. To qualify, students must provide documentation of their parent's disability (e.g., SSDI award letter or medical certification) and be enrolled in an Oklahoma institution. The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education will oversee implementation, verify eligibility, and require annual reporting on participation rates.