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HB 5037

Illinois House of Representatives bill in Session 104.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: March 27, 2026.

FIXING HIGHER ED FUNDING ACT.

Bill ID IL-104-HB-5037
Session 104
Status in_committee
Committee Rules Committee
House of Representatives in_committee 2026-03-27
Education Labor / Employment
Summary

Creates the Fixing Illinois Higher Education Funding Act. Requires the Board of Higher Education to study the cost drivers of State universities and develop a comprehensive, 10-year plan to ensure the long-term performance and sustainability of higher education in the State that ensures funding supports education outcomes, assesses the affordability of higher education for students, and supports long-term economic and workforce development goals. Sets forth factors to be studied. Requires the Board to issue a report based on the findings of the study to the Governor and the General Assembly no later than March 31, 2027. Effective immediately.

Sponsor
Jeff Keicher
Official Source Back to Bills
Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2026-02-10 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-03-27 Status in_committee
2026-03-27 Latest Action 3/27/2026 - House:
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