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SB 2844

GATA-ASSISTANCE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Christopher Belt and 16 co-sponsors

Illinois SB 2844 modifies state grant distribution assistance under GATA framework, with details pending full bill disclosure and committee review.

Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 2844

Legislative bill overview

SB 2844, titled "GATA-ASSISTANCE," was introduced in the Illinois Senate by Senator Mike Porfirio. Based on the bill designation, it appears to relate to the Grants to Agencies and Training Act (GATA), which governs how state agencies distribute federal and state grant funds. Without access to the full bill text, the specific provisions regarding what assistance is being modified or expanded cannot be determined with certainty.

Why is this important

GATA legislation directly affects how state agencies distribute billions in grant funding to local governments, nonprofits, and service providers. Changes to GATA assistance provisions could impact funding availability, application processes, or eligibility requirements for organizations serving Illinois residents across education, social services, infrastructure, and other sectors.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of changes unclear: The bill's current status (referred to Assignments) means substantive details on what assistance mechanisms are being altered remain undisclosed, making it difficult to assess beneficiaries and costs
  • Administrative burden: Modifications to grant distribution procedures could create compliance challenges for state agencies and applicants, or conversely, streamline processes depending on the direction
  • Fiscal implications: Changes to GATA assistance could shift costs between state and local budgets or affect the total funding available for grantees, with unclear budget impact without full bill language

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

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