HB5161Introduced in the House
SCH CD-ST FUNDING-CHARTER SCH
Introduced by Joyce Mason, District 61
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amends the evidence-based funding provisions of the School Code. Includes in the definition of "Organizational Unit" a State-approved charter school that has greater than or equal to 15% fewer low-income students than the school district in which the charter school is located. Requires the State Board of Education to determine how each funding variable within the evidence-based funding formula needs to be adjusted to accommodate the changes made by the amendatory Act. Effective immediately.
Where it stands
Referred to Rules Committee
February 10, 2026
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Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Joyce Mason
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
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