HB5037Introduced in the House
FIXING HIGHER ED FUNDING ACT
Introduced by Jeff Keicher, District 70
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
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.
Where it stands
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. La Shawn K. Ford
May 20, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Jeff Keicher
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs
Assigned to Higher Education Committee
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anthony DeLuca
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Severin
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. La Shawn K. Ford
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