Hey, let's chat about what's going on with Texas students and college cash. You know FAFSA, right? The form for federal financial aid? Almost 60% of high schoolers here have already sent theirs in. That's a new record. Sounds good for getting more kids into college, right? Here’s the catch, and it's a legal one: advocates worry many immigrant students are missing out. Federal FAFSA rules generally say you need to be a U.S. citizen or an 'eligible non-citizen.' This eligibility barrier means many bright students, especially those who are undocumented, can’t even apply for that federal help. It's a real problem for equal access. While Texas has state laws to help undocumented students get in-state tuition, that doesn't cover federal aid. The financial hurdle for college without that help is huge. This policy choice impacts who gets a shot at higher education and, ultimately, our state’s future. It really makes you think about who our current financial aid system leaves behind.