HB5037 - 104th General Assembly
FIXING HIGHER ED FUNDING ACT
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
New Act
Synopsis As Introduced
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.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2/04/2026 | House | Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Jeff Keicher |
| 2/10/2026 | House | First Reading |
| 2/10/2026 | House | Referred to Rules Committee |
| 3/05/2026 | House | Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs |
| 3/18/2026 | House | Assigned to Higher Education Committee |
| 3/19/2026 | House | Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anthony DeLuca |
| 3/27/2026 | House | Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee |
| 4/07/2026 | House | Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie |
| 4/07/2026 | House | Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Severin |