Relating to tuition and fees for public universities; and declaring an emergency.

New provision allowing Eastern Oregon University, Oregon Institute of Technology, Southern Oregon University, and Western Oregon University to establish a special tuition rate for qualifying students from East Asia.

Establishes requirements for students to qualify for the new tuition program, with tuition rates set at the average resident rate for these four universities.

Changed the digest summary to reflect the new East Asian student tuition program rather than general tuition increase authority.

Removed general provisions requiring Higher Education Coordinating Commission approval for tuition increases over five percent.

Added emergency declaration stating the Act takes effect upon passage.