Proposed ban on undocumented students in public colleges
Key Questions
What is the Florida DOE proposing regarding undocumented students?
The Florida Department of Education is proposing a rule requiring proof of legal status to bar undocumented immigrants from attending public colleges. This follows a failed bill targeting universities.
What are the potential financial impacts of the proposed ban?
The rule could lead to a $15M revenue loss for public colleges. It clashes with Florida's traditional open-door enrollment policy amid a rebound in college enrollments.
When is the next key meeting for this proposal?
A meeting on the proposed rule is scheduled for May 14. The development occurs alongside broader immigration enforcement stories in Florida.
FL DOE proposes rule requiring proof-of-status to bar undocumented immigrants from public colleges, after failed uni bill. Potential $15M revenue loss, clashes with open-door policy; May 14 meeting ahead amid enrollment rebound and immigration enforcement stories.