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HJR0014 - HONORARY JACK SIKMA ROAD
Jackie Haas, Randy E. Frese, Sharon Chung
Last updated over 1 year ago
4 Co-Sponsors
Designates the portion of Illinois Route 1 from Wichert Road to St. Anne as the "Honorary Jack Sikma Road".
STATUS
Engrossed
HB2841 - VITAL RECORD-CERTIFY LETTER
Sharon Chung, Joyce Mason, Nabeela Syed
Last updated about 1 year ago
7 Co-Sponsors
Amends the Vital Records Act. In provisions concerning searches by the State Registrar of Vital Records, provides that no fee may be assessed against a victim of domestic violence as defined in the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986. Provides that, to qualify for the waiver of a fee, the person seeking the vital record must provide a certification letter. Provides the form for a certification letter.
STATUS
Passed
SB2419 - LICENSE TO READ ACT
Laura M. Murphy, Mattie Hunter, Laura Fine
Last updated about 1 year ago
13 Co-Sponsors
Creates the License to Read Act. Defines terms. Provides that the State Librarian may negotiate with publishers of e-books and e-audiobooks on behalf of libraries on reasonable terms that would enable libraries to acquire necessary licenses to provide library users with access to e-books and e-audiobooks. Provides that the State Librarian may award grants that develop, expand, or support the acquisition of access to e-books and e-audiobooks in Illinois. Creates the License to Read Fund to deposit fees or other funds received for the purposes of the Act. Includes other provisions relating to legislative findings, assistance from other agencies or entities, and rules. Amends the State Library Act. Provides that the State Library's support and implementation of library services on a statewide basis includes the effective sharing of resources and services among libraries to promote access to information in both print and electronic format. Provides that the State Library may cooperate with acquiring and sharing electronic resources, e-books, and e-audiobooks. Includes other provisions relating to electronic resources, including e-books and e-audiobooks. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
STATUS
Passed
HB2503 - COM COL-OUT OF DIST-TUITION
Katie Stuart, Dave Vella, Maura Hirschauer
Last updated about 1 year ago
7 Co-Sponsors
Amends the Public Community College Act. Adds language to provide that if a resident of a community college district wants to attend the community college maintained by the district of his or her residence, but the student wants to enroll in a program that is not offered by that community college and the community college does not have a contractual agreement for such a program, then the student may attend any recognized public community college in any other district and shall pay tuition and fees at the rate of the sending college. Sets forth provisions concerning financial assistance; a program directory; programmatic differences; application; enrollment; completion of coursework; records and transcripts; the provision of services; athletic and other eligibility; and State grants. Makes conforming changes.
STATUS
Passed
HB3147 - SCHOOLS-READING AND LITERACY
Laura Faver Dias, Mary E. Flowers, Theresa Mah
Last updated over 1 year ago
17 Co-Sponsors
Creates the Literary and Justice for All Act. Provides that the State Board of Education shall adopt and make available to school districts a rubric by which districts may evaluate curricula and select and implement core reading instruction programs, a template to develop literacy plans, and guidance. Requires the State Board to develop training opportunities in teaching reading and a comprehensive literacy plan for this State. Amends the School Code. Makes changes concerning the Reading Improvement Block Grant Program, the requirements to receive a Professional Educator License, taking a test in reading foundations for certain licensure, and the requirements for educators trained in other states or counties. Effective immediately.
STATUS
Engrossed
HB2547 - WAREHOUSE WORKER PROTECT ACT
Kevin John Olickal, Jay C. Hoffman, Marcus C. Evans
Last updated over 1 year ago
30 Co-Sponsors
Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with changes that include the following. Removes a provision establishing a civil penalty for failing to disclose a quota. Provides that each employer shall establish, maintain, and preserve for 3 years contemporaneous, true, and accurate records to ensure compliance with employee and Director of Labor requests for data (instead of specified records). Adds provisions concerning injunctive relief. Makes changes to provisions concerning definitions, complaints, and the Attorney General's powers. Effective January 1, 2024.
STATUS
Engrossed
HR0132 - EQUAL PAY DAY
Anna Moeller, Lakesia Collins, Eva Dina Delgado
Last updated over 1 year ago
50 Co-Sponsors
Declares March 14, 2023 as "Equal Pay Day". Encourages the citizens of this State to learn about the pay gap that women experience in society and to learn about these various dates that bring attention to the pay gap that specific groups experience.
STATUS
Passed
HB3346 - SCH CD PARAPROFESSIONAL GRANT
Sharon Chung
Last updated over 1 year ago
1 Co-Sponsor
Amends the School Code. Provides that the State Board of Education shall develop a grant program to support the educator licensure of paraprofessionals with bachelor's degrees. Provides that the State Board shall distribute grants to qualified school districts. Provides that the school districts shall distribute funds to paraprofessionals. Sets forth requirements for school districts to qualify. Sets forth requirements for paraprofessionals to qualify. Sets forth requirements for the grant application, selection of paraprofessionals, restrictions of funds, priority to award grant assistance, program evaluation, and rulemaking.
STATUS
Introduced
HB2838 - DHS-BEHAVIORAL HEALTH FUNDING
Lindsey LaPointe, Sharon Chung, Maurice A. West
Last updated over 1 year ago
16 Co-Sponsors
Amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Administrative Act. Provides that, beginning with the 2023-2024 academic year, the Department of Human Services shall establish and administer the Behavioral Health Scholarship Program for the purpose of incentivizing students to pursue degrees in a behavioral health discipline. Provides that the Department shall award financial assistance in the form of a scholarship to cover the cost of tuition, university fees, and books each year for a maximum of 4 years at a participating university if the applicant meets certain conditions. Sets forth rules, regulations, and other requirements for the Program. Provides that the Department shall establish the Employment Funding Grant Program to provide grants to qualified individuals who work for a community not-for-profit behavioral health agency or a federally qualified health center. Defines who is a qualified individual. Sets forth rules, regulations, and other requirements for the Program. Amends the State Finance Act to create the Behavioral Health Education Program Fund. Makes other changes.
STATUS
Introduced
HB3337 - MUNI CD-INCORPORATED TOWNS
Sharon Chung, Norma Hernandez, Suzanne M. Ness
Last updated about 1 year ago
5 Co-Sponsors
Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that, for the Town of Normal, a president must be elected every 4 years at the general municipal election with other officers to be elected or appointed as set forth by ordinance of the corporate authorities. Provides that each officer shall continue to hold office until the officer's successor is selected and qualified. Sets forth how a vacancy must be filled. Effective immediately.
STATUS
Passed
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