Bill > HB4035

This bill appropriates $20 million from the General Revenue Fund to the University of Illinois specifically to increase funding for its Extension program. The Extension program is a long-standing educational outreach initiative typically run by land-grant universities that provides research-based knowledge and resources to communities, often focusing on agriculture, natural resources, family and consumer sciences, and youth development. The bill specifies that the full $20 million may not be required, but the maximum amount is being allocated. The appropriation will become effective on July 1, 2025, which suggests the funding is part of a future fiscal year budget planning process. By increasing the extension service trust fund allocation, the bill aims to enhance the University of Illinois Extension's capacity to provide educational services and support to communities across the state.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=4035&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104