Florida Bill Aims to Ban Illegal Migrant Students from Public Universities

Tallahassee: So, there’s this new bill in Florida that’s stirring up some chatter. A state lawmaker, Randy Fine, has proposed a law that would stop some public colleges from admitting students who are in the U.S. illegally. This comes right after Governor Ron DeSantis called for a special session to push for stricter immigration policies.

Fine, who’s eyeing a congressional seat, argues that it’s unfair for illegal immigrants to take spots that could go to Floridians or Americans. He’s not alone in this; the bill is part of a bigger push to align with President Trump’s immigration agenda.

The bill would specifically target public colleges with an acceptance rate below 85%, making it tougher for undocumented students to get in. Right now, those students can actually qualify for in-state tuition, but Fine wants to change that too.

DeSantis is all in on this, saying Florida needs to act to support Trump’s immigration crackdown. But not everyone is on board; some Republican leaders think calling a special session is a bit hasty. Fine himself has expressed concerns about the lack of a solid plan to back up the special session. It’s definitely a hot topic in the Sunshine State right now.