HB4097

HIGHER ED-NONCITIZEN BENEFITS

Introduced·8/18/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB4097 ensures noncitizens lawfully present in the U.S. receive equal postsecondary educational benefits as citizens or nationals.

Illinois HB4097 amends the Public Higher Education Act, the Board of Higher Education Act, and the Higher Education Student Assistance Act to ensure that noncitizens lawfully present in the U.S. are eligible for postsecondary educational benefits on the same basis as citizens or nationals. It prohibits any lesser benefits for noncitizens compared to unlawfully present state residents. The bill aims to provide equal access to educational benefits for all eligible individuals, regardless of their immigration status.

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Rules Committee
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History

Apr 23

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Bradley Fritts

Oct 15, 2025

House

First Reading

Oct 15, 2025

House

Referred to Rules Committee