IL HB0995

Requires Illinois institutions of higher education to adopt a policy by June 1, 2024 allowing students serving as election judges to receive academic credit or a non-credit alternative.

Applies to the University of Illinois, Southern Illinois University, Chicago State University, Eastern Illinois University, Governors State University, Illinois State University, Northeastern Illinois University, Northern Illinois University, Western Illinois University, public community colleges, and institutions receiving Higher Education Student Assistance Act funds.

Requires each institution to submit its credit policy to the Board of Higher Education or Illinois Community College Board by June 30, 2024 and within 60 days after any policy changes.

Prohibits election judges who receive academic credit under this Act from receiving any monetary compensation for their election judge duties under the Election Code.