HB3377 Summary

• Amends in-state tuition provisions for all Illinois public universities (University of Illinois, Southern Illinois University, Chicago State University, Eastern Illinois University, Governors State University, Illinois State University, Northeastern Illinois University, Northern Illinois University, and Western Illinois University).

• Prohibits governing boards from requiring individuals to meet a minimum income threshold when determining Illinois residency status for tuition purposes.

• Maintains existing criteria for in-state tuition eligibility, including high school attendance and graduation in Illinois, residency with parent or guardian, and 3-year enrollment in Illinois schools.

• Preserves existing military and veterans' benefits provisions allowing active duty service members and veterans using federal education benefits to qualify as Illinois residents for tuition.

• Effective date: June 1, 2021.