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HB 4137

EDUC-HOMELESS CHILD-PREVENTION

104th Regular Session Introduced by Cristina Castro and 11 co-sponsors

Illinois bill requiring schools to identify homeless/at-risk students and coordinate with agencies to provide housing prevention support and family resources.

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Bill Summary · HB 4137

Legislative bill overview

HB 4137 establishes prevention and support programs for students experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Illinois schools. The bill requires school districts to implement identification procedures, connect families with resources, and coordinate with community agencies to address housing instability among students.

Why is this important

Student homelessness directly impacts educational outcomes, attendance, and academic performance. By mandating proactive prevention and support systems, the bill aims to remove barriers to education and connect vulnerable families with housing assistance before crises occur, potentially reducing both homelessness and school disruption.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding requirements: The bill's implementation costs and whether state funding adequately covers new administrative duties and support services school districts must provide
  • Definition scope: Disagreement over what constitutes "at-risk" of homelessness and whether prevention programs should be limited to documented homeless students or broadly applied
  • Privacy and data sharing: Balancing identification and coordination with community agencies against student/family privacy concerns and potential stigmatization

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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