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HB 4631 Illinois House · 104th Regular Session

SPECIAL ED TEACHER SCHOLARSHIP

Summary
Amends the Higher Education Student Assistance Act. With respect to special education teacher scholarships, provides that up to 50 additional scholarships may be awarded each year to persons who qualify, subject to appropriation to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission for this purpose.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill seeks additional state funding for special education teacher scholarships, requiring budget appropriation to expand program access.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases special education teacher scholarships by 50 annually, directly funding educator recruitment and access in K-12 education.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2026 Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Feb 3, 2026
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Referred to Rules Committee
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Dan Swanson
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