HB4261

LIBRARIES-GRANTS

Chamber Passed·4/8/26

HB4261 amends the Illinois Library System Act to increase funding for state grants to public libraries, library systems, and school libraries.

HB4261 amends the Illinois Library System Act to enhance funding for state grants to public libraries, library systems, and school libraries. The bill introduces a program of state grants administered by the State Librarian, including annual equalization grants, Library System grants, per capita grants to public libraries, and planning and construction grants. It also increases funding for school library grants. The bill ensures that grants are distributed based on population and area served, with adjustments made if appropriated funds are insufficient.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · Apr 8
Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 18

2:00 PM

House State Government Administration Committee Hearing

History

May 22

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

May 15

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As May 22, 2026

May 8

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As May 15, 2026