HB4145

GRAD READINESS & DEVELOPMENT

Introduced·10/6/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB4145 mandates an exit orientation program for high school juniors and seniors to prepare them for workforce, higher education, or military.

Illinois HB4145, the Graduate Readiness and Development Act, requires the State Board of Education to establish rules and guidelines for an exit orientation program. This program aims to prepare grade 11 and 12 students for entering the workforce, obtaining marketable skills, or enrolling in higher education or military service. The program includes instruction on federal student loans, federal and state grant programs, local internships, apprenticeships, and other opportunities.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 25

2:00 PM

House Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools Committee Hearing

Mar 19

2:00 PM

House Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools Committee Hearing

History

Mar 27

House

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

Feb 11

House

Assigned to Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools

Oct 15, 2025

House

First Reading