HB4240

COLLEGE MEAL PLAN EXEMPT ACT

Introduced·12/17/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB4240 exempts students from mandatory meal plan charges if a medical condition prevents safe participation.

HB4240, the College Meal Plan Medical Exemption Act, ensures that students with medical conditions preventing safe participation in college meal programs are exempt from mandatory meal plan charges. The Act prohibits institutions from imposing additional fees, housing surcharges, or other financial conditions on students who submit a medical exemption. Students can voluntarily purchase an optional meal plan if offered. Institutions must process medical exemptions within 10 business days, publish their exemption process, and provide refunds for improper charges.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Mar 25

4:00 PM

House Higher Education Committee Hearing

Mar 19

4:00 PM

House Higher Education Committee Hearing

History

Mar 27

House

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

Mar 4

House

Assigned to Higher Education Committee

Jan 14

House

First Reading