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IL SR1411

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/14/2018

Primary Sponsor

Chuck Weaver

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Origin

Senate

100th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Recognizes March 18-24, 2018 as "Dual Credit Week" in Illinois to promote awareness of dual credit programs
  • Dual credit programs allow high school students to earn college credit while still in high school, resulting in tuition savings for students and parents
  • During State fiscal year 2016, 54,871 unduplicated high school students were enrolled in Illinois community colleges through dual credit programs
  • Dual credit courses help build a globally competitive workforce and provide pathways to higher education for students from underrepresented communities
  • Encourages four-year colleges and community colleges to visit high schools and assist students in registering for dual credit courses

Legislative Description

MARCH-DUAL CREDIT WEEK

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

3/14/2018

Committee Referrals

Education2/21/2018
Assignments2/16/2018

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