Relating to the measures to encourage eligible students to claim certain tuition and fee exemptions at public institutions of higher education for students who are or have been in foster or other residential care.

HB 277 aims to help students who were in foster care or other residential care settings by encouraging them to claim tuition and fee exemptions at public colleges and universities. The bill targets eligible students who qualify for these exemptions but may not be aware of or applying for them. While the specific mechanisms (like application processes or eligibility criteria) aren't detailed in the provided context, the bill seeks to simplify access to financial aid for this population. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been filed in November 2024 and referred to the Higher Education committee. (Note: Full bill text is unavailable in the provided context.)