SB 5448 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

Finds that public higher education funding is a shared responsibility between the state, students, and the public colleges and universities. Periodic increases in state funding, state financial aid, and tuition must be authorized to provide quality higher education for the citizens of Washington.

Declares an intent to authorize the governing boards to establish tuition rates for all students other than resident undergraduates.