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HB 4246

$ISBE-YOUTHBUILD IL GRANT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Rita Mayfield and 1 co-sponsor

HB 4246 appropriates state funds through ISBE for YouthBuild IL, a job training and education program serving low-income youth ages 16-24 in workforce development and GED preparation.

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Maurice A. West, II
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Bill Summary · HB 4246

Legislative bill overview

HB 4246 appropriates state funds to the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) for the YouthBuild IL grant program. YouthBuild is a federal-state partnership that provides job training, education, and leadership development to low-income youth ages 16-24, typically combining GED preparation with construction trades training. The bill allocates specific state resources to expand or maintain this program's operations across Illinois.

Why is this important

YouthBuild programs address multiple policy priorities simultaneously: workforce development in high-demand trades, educational attainment for at-risk youth, and economic mobility for disadvantaged populations. The funding directly impacts program capacity—determining how many young people can access training and whether existing programs can continue operating or expand to underserved regions.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact and priorities: Lawmakers may debate whether state education budgets should prioritize this specific program versus other competing education or youth services during tight budget cycles
  • Program effectiveness metrics: Questions about measurable outcomes (job placement rates, credential attainment, earnings gains) and accountability for public funds invested
  • Geographic distribution: Disputes over whether funding reaches rural areas equitably or concentrates in urban centers where existing infrastructure exists

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

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