Bill would give territory students in-state tuition nationwide

What does this do?

This bill requires public colleges and universities that receive federal funding under the Higher Education Act to charge students from Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands the same tuition rate as in-state residents. Students would qualify if they are residents of one of these territories and U.S. nationals. Compliance would be built into schools' standard participation agreements with the Department of Education.

Who does it affect?

Residents of Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, American Samoa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands seeking higher education outside their territory, and public universities across the U.S. that accept federal student aid.

Why does it matter?

Many territory residents have limited local college options and currently pay out-of-state or international tuition rates elsewhere. Schools would need to adjust tuition policies and billing systems, and state institutions could see changes in tuition revenue from these students.

Where does it stand?