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Introduced
02/07/2024
02/07/2024
In Committee
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Crossed Over
05/15/2024
05/15/2024
Passed
Dead
01/08/2025
01/08/2025
Introduced Session
103rd General Assembly
Bill Summary
Reinserts the contents of the bill as amended by House Amendment No. 1 with the following changes. Makes changes regarding what information shall be reported by the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity. In provisions concerning the membership of the Consortium advisory committee, provides that the member of the advisory committee representing the Illinois Student Assistance Commission shall be appointed by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (rather than the Board of Higher Education). Sets forth provisions concerning the length of terms for members of the advisory committee. Provides that the members of the advisory committee shall serve without compensation, but shall be entitled to reimbursement for all necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their official duties as members of the advisory committee from funds appropriated for that purpose. Removes provisions requiring that all appointed positions on the advisory committee shall have their term length chosen by agreement among the co-chairpersons of the advisory committee. Makes changes to provisions concerning scholarships awarded by the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity Scholarship Program. With respect to the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act, removes language providing for emergency rulemaking for the Program. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity Act and the Higher Education Student Assistance Act. Key provisions include:
1. Establishing the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity to serve the needs of the incumbent early childhood workforce and employers by streamlining, coordinating, and improving the accessibility of degree completion pathways at Illinois higher education institutions.
2. Requiring the Consortium to report annually on student enrollment, retention, persistence, and completion data, as well as information on tuition, scholarships, outreach, and engagement with employer partners.
3. Creating the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity Scholarship Program, administered by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, to provide scholarships to early childhood education students enrolled at Consortium member institutions, with preference given to members of the incumbent workforce.
4. Specifying the composition and meeting requirements of the Consortium's advisory committee, and establishing term lengths for its members.
The bill aims to enhance access and equity in early childhood education programs and support the professional development of the incumbent early childhood workforce in Illinois.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (9)
Cristina Castro (D)*,
Joyce Mason (D)*,
Harry Benton (D),
Mary Beth Canty (D),
Sharon Chung (D),
Maura Hirschauer (D),
Stephanie Kifowit (D),
Rita Mayfield (D),
Katie Stuart (D),
Last Action
Session Sine Die (on 01/07/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=5024&GAID=17&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=112&GA=103 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/103/HB/10300HB5024eng.htm |
| House Amendment 003 | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/103/HB/10300HB5024ham003.htm |
| House Amendment 002 | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/103/HB/10300HB5024ham002.htm |
| House Amendment 001 | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/103/HB/10300HB5024ham001.htm |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/103/HB/10300HB5024.htm |
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