Higher education; waiver of tuition and fees for permanently disabled veterans; effective date; emergency.
Referred to Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee
Summary
The bill requires all Oklahoma state higher‑education institutions to charge no tuition or fees to veterans who were honorably discharged and certified by the VA as having a 100 % permanent disability. It takes effect on July 1, 2026 and includes an emergency clause so it can be applied immediately after passage. The measure is intended to lessen the financial burden on severely disabled service members seeking education.
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