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HB 4111

HIGHER ED-STUDENT WITHDRAWAL

104th Regular Session Introduced by Harry Benton

Illinois bill establishing or modifying student withdrawal procedures in higher education institutions to clarify processes and protections for withdrawing students.

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Bill Summary · HB 4111

Legislative bill overview

HB 4111 addresses student withdrawal procedures from higher education institutions in Illinois. The bill, introduced by Rep. Harry Benton, has progressed through initial procedural steps including first reading and referral to the Rules Committee. Specific provisions of the bill are not detailed in the available information, limiting detailed analysis of its exact scope.

Why is this important

Student withdrawal policies directly affect thousands of Illinois college students annually and can impact financial aid eligibility, tuition refund timelines, and academic standing. Clear withdrawal procedures protect student interests while helping institutions manage enrollment and financial planning. The bill's focus suggests addressing potential gaps or inconsistencies in current withdrawal processes across Illinois higher education systems.

Potential points of contention

  • Refund timelines and amounts – Whether the bill mandates specific refund percentages at different withdrawal points may conflict with institutional financial planning or be seen as overly prescriptive
  • Academic consequences – Provisions regarding transcript notation, GPA impact, or degree progress could face pushback from either student advocates or institutions
  • Implementation burden – New withdrawal procedures may require administrative costs and system changes that colleges may resist

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

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