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SB 2874 Illinois Senate · 104th Regular Session

U OF I-CHILD OF VET SCHOLARSHP

Summary
Amends the University of Illinois Act. In provisions concerning scholarships for the children of veterans, provides that an honorary scholarship may also be given to the children of persons who served at any time during the invasion of Panama between December 20, 1989 and January 31, 1990.
Issues: ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates scholarship funding for veterans' children at University of Illinois, advancing educational access and financial support in higher education.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands scholarship eligibility to children of veterans who served during the Panama invasion (1989-1990), directly advancing veteran benefits by broadening access to educational support.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 16, 2026 Last action May 22, 2026
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Committee
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May 22, 2026
Committee
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
upper
Mar 13, 2026
Upper · Passed
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
upper
Feb 3, 2026
Committee
Assigned to Appropriations- Education
upper
Jan 16, 2026
Committee
Referred to Assignments
upper
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Steve McClure
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