HB3551

HIGHER ED-ADULT FLEXIBLE GRANT

Introduced·2/7/25
Introduced Text

Establishes the Adult Learner Flexible Education Grant Program for Illinois residents over 25 pursuing online degrees in high-demand fields.

The Illinois Student Assistance Commission will create the Adult Learner Flexible Education Grant Program to support online postsecondary education for adults over 25 in fields with workforce shortages. Grants are for tuition and mandatory fees, up to $5,000 per student. Eligible applicants must be Illinois residents, permanent U.S. residents, and pursuing a fully online degree or certificate in a field with a workforce shortage. The Commission will prioritize grants for students with financial need, first-generation students, minority students, and those from rural areas.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 19, 2025

4:00 PM

Higher Education Committee Hearing

History

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 21, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Norma Hernandez

Mar 20, 2025

House

House Committee Amendment No. 1 Filed with Clerk by Rep. Michael Crawford