HB 770 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in higher education accountability and transparency, providing for notice of tuition increase.

HB 770 requires Pennsylvania colleges and universities to notify enrolled students at least 45 days before a tuition increase. The notice must include the prior year's tuition amount, current tuition, and the dollar and percentage increase, and must be sent both electronically and by mail. This amendment to the Public School Code of 1949 aims to improve transparency in higher education pricing for students. It directly affects all higher education institutions in Pennsylvania that raise tuition from the previous academic year.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 25, 2025 Last action Feb 25, 2025