ENGR. S. B. NO. 11 Page 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO. 11 By: Rader of the Senate and Pae of the House An Act relating to higher education; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 626.6, which relates to the Oklahoma Higher Education Tuition A id Act; removing certain eligibility provision; updating language; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STA TE OF OKLAHOMA: SECTION 1. AMENDATORY 70 O.S. 2021, Section 626.6, is amended to read as follows: Section 626.6. No person shall be awarded a state tuition aid grant unless the person: 1. Is a resident of the State of Oklahoma this state. Such residency shall meet requirements as set out by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education ; 2. Has demonstrated financial need for such tuition aid as determined by Sections 626.2 and 626.7 of this titl e and in accordance with proced ures to be established by the Oklahom a State Regents for Higher Education; 3. Is not incarcerated in a state, f ederal or private correctional facility; ENGR. S. B. NO. 11 Page 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 4. Has demonstrated high moral character, good citizenship , and dedication to American ideals; 5. 4. Has applied for state tuition aid and has been determined to be eligible for such tuition aid; and 6. 5. Has complied with all the rules adopted pursuant to the Oklahoma Higher Education Tuition Aid Act for the award, regula tion, and administration of sta te college tuition aid. SECTION 2. This act shall become effective July 1, 2023. SECTION 3. It being immediately necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health , or safety, an emergency is hereby declared to exist, by reason whereof thi s act shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage and approval. Passed the Senate the 28th day of February, 2023. Presiding Officer of the Senate Passed the House of Representatives the ____ day of __________, 2023. Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives