HB5204

EARLY LEARNING COUNCIL

Final Passage·5/21/26

HB5204 amends the Illinois Early Learning Council Act to revise the membership and purpose of the Illinois Early Learning Council.

HB5204 amends the Illinois Early Learning Council Act to change the purpose of the Illinois Early Learning Council to coordinate existing programs and services for children from prenatal to age 5. The Council's goal is to make Illinois the best state to raise young children by providing a high-quality early learning system. The bill revises the Council's membership to include representatives from various public and private sectors, ensuring regional, racial, and cultural diversity. Members serve staggered terms of one, two, or three years. The Council must report annually on its progress.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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4
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 20

10:00 AM

House Child Care Accessibility & Early Childhood Education Committee Hearing

History

Jun 18

House

Sent to the Governor

May 21

Senate

Third Reading - Passed; 053-005-000

May 21

House

Passed Both Houses