Universities and colleges; require to allow MS residents to register for classes before nonresident students.

HB 527 requires Mississippi's public community colleges and universities to prioritize class registration for state residents. The bill mandates that all Mississippi residents must be given the opportunity to register for courses before nonresident students. This applies to all courses and programs at public higher education institutions in Mississippi. The legislation does not change tuition rates but alters the registration sequence to ensure in-state students have first access to available class seats.