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HB 4865 Illinois House · 104th Regular Session

HIGHER ED-FREE FENTANYL TESTS

Summary
Amends the Public Higher Education Act. Requires a public institution of higher education to make fentanyl testing strips available free of charge through the student health center, a student wellness office, wellness kiosks, and resident assistant programs. Provides that fentanyl testing strips shall be provided in confidentiality to any enrolled student upon request. Allows a public institution of higher education to offer educational materials addressing drug overdose prevention. Effective July 1, 2026.
Issues: ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires public higher ed institutions to provide free fentanyl testing strips and wellness resources, directly supporting student health access within educational settings per topic description.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides free fentanyl testing strips via student health centers to prevent overdoses, directly supporting public health initiatives and patient safety.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2026 Last action Mar 27, 2026
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Mar 27, 2026
Committee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Mar 4, 2026
Committee
Assigned to Appropriations-Higher Education Committee
lower
Feb 6, 2026
Committee
Referred to Rules Committee
lower
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Janet Yang Rohr
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