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SB 738

Relating to waiver of tuition for qualified students.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Sara Gelser Blouin and 6 co-sponsors

SB 738 waives tuition for eligible Oregon students to improve college affordability and access, pending fiscal review and final legislative approval.

In committee upon adjournment.
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Bill Summary · SB 738

Legislative bill overview

SB 738 establishes a tuition waiver program for qualified Oregon students, removing financial barriers to higher education access. The bill has progressed through committee hearings and received a recommendation for passage with amendments, currently awaiting review by the Ways and Means Committee.

Why is this important

Tuition waivers directly affect college affordability and enrollment rates among eligible student populations. The policy impacts state budget allocation, institutional revenue, and educational equity for Oregonians who might otherwise face financial barriers to degree completion.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget impact: Tuition waivers reduce institutional revenue and may require increased state appropriations or reallocation from other education programs
  • Eligibility criteria: Definition of "qualified students" determines program scope and cost; narrower definitions limit reach while broader ones increase expenses
  • Institutional burden: Public universities absorb revenue loss, potentially affecting staffing, programs, and campus operations unless fully state-funded

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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