$SIU-ADVANCED ENERGY INSTITUTE

104th Regular Session Introduced by Terri Bryant

Establishes and funds an Advanced Energy Institute tied to Southern Illinois University to advance energy research, education, and workforce development.

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Bill Summary – SB 4072 (104th Illinois General Assembly)

Purpose and intent

SB 4072 is a Illinois bill titled “$SIU-ADVANCED ENERGY INSTITUTE.” It appears to aim at establishing or supporting an Advanced Energy Institute associated with Southern Illinois University (SIU), based on the naming convention and typical legislative structuring for university-affiliated institutes.

The bill includes a co-sponsorship by Terri Bryant.

Key provisions and changes

Establishment/Support: Creates, designates, or funds an Advanced Energy Institute connected with SIU (likely Southern Illinois University). The exact institutional scope may relate to research, development, education, and workforce training in advanced energy technologies.

Funding and fiscal parameters: Likely includes appropriations or authorization of funds to support institute operations, program development, research initiatives, facilities, or partnerships. Specific dollar amounts, funding sources (state general funds, grants, or dedicated revenue), and payment schedules would be specified in the bill.

Governance and administration: May define the governance structure of the institute (e.g., board of directors or advisory council), reporting requirements, and coordination with SIU leadership and relevant state departments or agencies.

Programs and activities: Potential authorization of research programs in areas such as clean energy technology, energy storage, grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and related workforce development initiatives.

Partnerships and collaboration: Likely encourages collaboration with industry, other universities, and state energy offices to advance research commercialization, internships, and recruitment.

Who would be affected

Primary: SIU (institutional administration and faculty) responsible for implementing institute programs.

Students and workforce: Students, researchers, and industry partners could benefit from new research opportunities, internships, and training programs in advanced energy sectors.

State agencies: Possible involvement from state higher education authorities, energy departments, and procurement/contracting offices for grants, grants administration, and oversight.

Taxpayers and residents: Indirectly affected through state investment in higher education and potential economic development outcomes tied to energy sector advancement.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Legislative process: As with typical Illinois Senate bills, SB 4072 would proceed through committee hearings, potential amendments, and votes in the Senate, then move to the House for consideration, before potential amendments and final passage. Specific committee assignments, hearing dates, and deadlines would be determined by the 104th General Assembly calendar.

Reporting and accountability: The bill would likely require annual or periodic reporting on institute activities, funding usage, and measurable outcomes (research milestones, degrees conferred, patents, industry partnerships).

Notes

The available description provides limited detail beyond the title and sponsor information. For a precise summary, including exact funding levels, program scopes, governance structure, and reporting requirements, the bill’s text and fiscal note should be consulted.

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