SB3966

PROHIBIT FED VOUCHER PROGRAM

Introduced·2/6/26
Introduced Text

Illinois SB3966 prohibits the state from participating in federal voucher programs.

Illinois SB3966, the Prohibition on Federal Voucher Program Participation Act, prohibits the state from opting in to, participating in, implementing, administering, or cooperating with any federal voucher, education savings account, or similar program. The bill aims to preserve state authority over education policy and prevent the diversion of public funds from public schools. The prohibition applies to programs established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act or any successor federal law that provides public funds or tax benefits for private elementary or secondary education.

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History

Apr 7

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Robert Peters

Mar 4

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mike Simmons

Feb 11

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura