IL SR1195

Urges immediate adoption of a State budget for Fiscal Year 2016 to provide financial security for students receiving state financial aid and stability for Illinois' 48 community colleges and 12 public universities.

Addresses concerns that 125,000 Illinois college students eligible for the Monetary Award Program (MAP) have not received state funding due to budget uncertainty.

Emphasizes that state funding for higher education operations and financial assistance for low-income students is necessary to achieve the goal of 60% of Illinois citizens having a postsecondary degree by 2025.

Notes that budget uncertainty is causing students, faculty, and staff to seek careers outside Illinois, threatening the quality and long-term capacity of the state's higher education system.

Directs that copies of the resolution be delivered to the Governor, General Assembly leadership, and higher education leadership.