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Put American Students First: Ending In-State Tuition for Non-Permanent Residents.

This act aims to ensure that only individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence can receive lower in-State tuition rates at public colleges and universities. It seeks to prevent U.S. taxpayers from subsidizing the education of those without permanent resident status, promoting fairness for citizens and legal residents.
Key points
Individuals not lawfully admitted for permanent residence will no longer qualify for in-State tuition or other state-funded education benefits at public institutions.
Public colleges must verify students' immigration status annually to ensure only eligible individuals receive discounted rates.
States that fail to comply with these rules may lose access to certain federal education grants.
Institutions will be required to seek reimbursement from students who improperly received in-State tuition, plus interest.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3507
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2025-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Put American Students First Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3507.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals not lawfully admitted for permanent residence will no longer qualify for in-State tuition or other state-funded education benefits at public institutions.
  • Public colleges must verify students' immigration status annually to ensure only eligible individuals receive discounted rates.
  • States that fail to comply with these rules may lose access to certain federal education grants.
  • Institutions will be required to seek reimbursement from students who improperly received in-State tuition, plus interest.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-11.

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Education Migration