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HB 2988

$ILSAC/DHS-SOCIAL WORK

104th Regular Session Introduced by Lindsey LaPointe

Illinois bill allocating state funds to DHS social work programs and education to strengthen human services capacity and workforce development.

Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2988

Legislative bill overview

HB 2988 appears to be an appropriations bill related to the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) and social work funding or programs. Based on the bill identifier referencing "$ILSAC/DHS-SOCIAL WORK" and its movement through the Appropriations-Higher Education Committee, it likely allocates state resources to social work education, training, or DHS operations in Illinois.

Why is this important

Social work funding directly impacts the state's capacity to deliver child welfare services, mental health support, and other human services that vulnerable populations depend on. Budget allocations to this area affect both the availability of services and workforce development in a critical field facing persistent staffing shortages.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding level: Whether the appropriation is sufficient to address documented service gaps or represents a meaningful increase/decrease from prior years
  • Program prioritization: How allocated funds are distributed between DHS operations, higher education social work programs, and specific service areas
  • Implementation timeline: Whether funding is one-time or ongoing, affecting long-term program sustainability and planning

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

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