HB 3534
Provides for a waiver of tuition, fees and the cost of textbooks for veterans and the children of veterans from eligible post-secondary institutions.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
Committee
Higher Education and Workforce Development
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill provides tuition waivers, fees, and textbook costs for veterans and the children of veterans attending eligible post-secondary institutions in Oregon. These institutions include public universities, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs partnered with community colleges, as well as Oregon Health and Science University. The amount of tuition waived is capped based on the number of credit hours needed to complete a degree or certificate, and cannot be reduced by other forms of aid received.
Key provisions
- Waives tuition, fees, and textbook costs for veterans and their children at eligible post-secondary institutions.
- Eligible institutions include public universities, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs partnered with community colleges.
- Oregon Health and Science University is now an eligible post-secondary institution.
- The amount of tuition waived is capped based on credit hours needed for a degree or certificate.
- A qualified student’s tuition waiver cannot be reduced by other aid received (federal scholarships, Oregon Opportunity Grants, etc.).
- Children applying must be 25 years of age or younger.
- Older children may be eligible for a master’s degree waiver if they previously received a bachelor’s degree waiver within 12 months.
- The Act takes effect 91 days after the end of the legislative session.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Children of Veterans
- Post-secondary educational institutions
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Arguments in favor
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Supporters of the bill emphasize its importance as a gesture of gratitude and appreciation for the sacrifices made by veterans, citing the significant contributions they have made to the country's security and well-being. Testifiers highlight the bill's potential to demonstrate the nation's commitment to honoring their service and providing support for those who have served. Many express optimism that this legislation will serve as a meaningful way to recognize the bravery and dedication of our nation's veterans, fostering a sense of pride and appreciation among citizens.
Source: Testimony Summaries
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