SB3151 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

COMM COLLEGE ECON EMPOWERMENT
Last Action

2/10/2026 - Senate: Assigned to Appropriations- Education
Senate Sponsors

Sen. Patrick J. Joyce
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance

Synopsis As Introduced

Creates the Community College Economic Empowerment Act. Requires the Illinois Community College Board to provide an additional $1,000,000 per year in funding to community college districts whose primary campus is located within an enterprise zone, a HUBZone, or 2 miles of an opportunity zone; defines these zones. Establishes qualifications for funding. Requires each community college district that receives additional funds to submit an annual report to the Board. Requires the Board to submit a compiled annual report to the General Assembly. Provides that implementation of the Act is subject to appropriation. Contains a severability clause. Effective immediately.
Actions

DateChamberAction
2/02/2026SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Patrick J. Joyce
2/02/2026SenateFirst Reading
2/02/2026SenateReferred to Assignments
2/10/2026SenateAssigned to Appropriations- Education