Florida’s House passed legislation that would cap out‑of‑state and international students at no more than 5% of first‑time, full‑time fall enrollment at the state’s four preeminent public research universities. The measure ties the enrollment cap to eligibility for enhanced state funding, threatening significant revenue consequences for institutions that rely on higher tuition paid by nonresidents. Supporters frame the bill as restoring access for Florida taxpayers; opponents warn it will cut a major revenue stream, strain institutional budgets and could blunt recruitment and research capacity at flagship campuses. The measure advances to the state Senate; if enacted, it would phase in penalties tied to funding beginning in 2030.