IL SB0767

Amends Section 27A-7.10 of the School Code to allow 4-year universities to serve as authorizers for charter schools in cities with populations exceeding 500,000.

Permits universities to authorize only multi-site charter schools devoted exclusively to re-enrolled high school dropouts.

Establishes that universities functioning as authorizers shall be treated as local school boards for all charter authorization provisions under Illinois law.

Maintains existing authorizer responsibilities including soliciting applications, approving quality charters, monitoring performance, and determining contract renewal or revocation.