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IL SB3698
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Graciela Guzman
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AI Summary
- Raises the minimum age for public community college adult education class eligibility from 16 to 17 years old for individuals who are not enrolled in secondary school and are basic-skills deficient
- Adds digital literacy as an approved subject for adult education reimbursement alongside existing categories like adult basic education, English language acquisition, and high school equivalency
- Removes the requirement for annual reports to include detailed State reimbursement breakdowns by program type (adult basic education, English language acquisition, bridge programs, etc.)
- Eliminates the $6 per credit hour student assessment cap and removes the requirement for individualized education plans for each adult learner
- Replaces individual education plans with a requirement that each adult learner complete a foundational skills assessment for appropriate instructional placement
Legislative Description
ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Last Action
Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading March 10, 2026
3/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Higher Education2/24/2026
Assignments2/5/2026
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