Florida Legislature Votes to Repeal In-State Tuition for 40,000 Dreamers

The Florida Legislature has passed a bill to repeal the in-state tuition waiver for undocumented students, known as 'Dreamers,' which has been in place since 2014. Advocates argue that the repeal will significantly increase college costs and restrict access to higher education for thousands of students who were brought to the U.S. as children. The bill is part of a larger immigration reform measure dubbed the TRUMP Act, which aims to align state policies with federal immigration enforcement under President Trump's administration. While Governor Ron DeSantis has previously expressed intentions to repeal the tuition waiver, it remains uncertain whether he will sign this comprehensive bill, as he has criticized it as 'weak.' Opponents of the repeal emphasize that this change will not only harm individuals but also have negative repercussions for Florida's economy and educational institutions. The decision reflects a broader trend among Florida Republicans to adopt stricter immigration policies in response to national pressures.