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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Higher Education Student Assistance Act. Provides that beginning July 1, 2026, funds for the special education teacher scholarship program shall be continuously appropriated from the General Revenue Fund to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. Provides that this requirement constitutes an irrevocable and continuing appropriation of all amounts necessary for the purpose specified by the requirement to the fullest extent such appropriation is required. Effective July 1, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Higher Education Student Assistance Act to ensure that funding for the special education teacher scholarship program is continuously available. Beginning July 1, 2026, money for these scholarships will be automatically and permanently set aside from the state's General Revenue Fund for the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, meaning the state will always provide whatever amount is needed for the program without requiring annual legislative approval.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 01/20/2026)
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