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SB 92

Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program; tuition and fee waivers.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Danica Roem

SB 92 waives tuition and fees for Virginia military survivors and dependents, expanding educational access for families of service members while requiring state funding appropriation.

Rereferred from Education and Health to Finance and Appropriations (13-Y 0-N 1-A)
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Bill Summary · SB 92

Legislative bill overview

SB 92 establishes or expands tuition and fee waivers for survivors and dependents of Virginia military personnel. The bill was introduced by Senator Danica Roem and has progressed through committee review, currently under consideration by the Finance and Appropriations Committee. This legislation targets educational access for family members of service members.

Why is this important

Military families often face unique financial challenges due to service-related casualties, disabilities, or deployments. Educational benefits directly affect whether surviving dependents can afford college, impacting long-term economic mobility and workforce development. This program recognizes state obligations to military families while potentially reducing education costs for a vulnerable population.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact: Full tuition waivers carry significant budgetary consequences for Virginia's higher education system; Finance Committee referral suggests cost concerns require resolution
  • Scope definition: Questions likely exist about which survivors/dependents qualify (spouses, adult children, age limits), how long benefits extend, and which institutions participate
  • Implementation burden: Public universities must establish administrative processes to verify eligibility and track waiver costs, potentially straining resources at individual institutions

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

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