Rep. Katie Stuart

Appropriates $20,000,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission for the Early Childhood Access Consortium for Equity Scholarship Program. Effective July 1, 2025.

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Defines "leader-follower work zone vehicle" as a motor vehicle used in combination with another motor vehicle in a highway construction or maintenance zone that is: (1) equipped with an automated driving system; and (2) remotely connected to another motor vehicle allowing for coordinated or controlled movement within line of sight of the operator. Provides that the provision regarding following too closely does not apply to leader-follower work zone vehicles. Authorizes the Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority to implement the use of a leader-follower work zone vehicle in a highway construction or maintenance zone under their jurisdiction to create a safety system to protect their workers. Effective immediately.

Amends the Public Higher Education Act. Provides that in fixing the salaries of employees, the governing board of each public institution of higher education shall pay employees an hourly rate of not less than: (1) $22 for the 2025-2026 academic year; (2) $23 for the 2026-2027 academic year; and (3) $24 for the 2027-2028 academic year. Provides that the minimum hourly rate for each academic year thereafter shall equal the minimum hourly rate for the previous academic year increased by a percentage equal to the percentage increase, if any, in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers for all items published by the United States Department of Labor for the previous academic year. Effective immediately.

Maddy summaryThis bill makes a technical correction to the Dual Credit Quality Act's short title citation by adding "the" before "Dual Credit Quality Act" in legal references (e.g., changing "Dual Credit Quality Act" to "the Dual Credit Quality Act" in Section 1). It does not change any educational program rules, requirements, or funding. The change only affects how the law is formally cited in legal documents. This is a procedural fix with no impact on students, schools, or existing dual credit programs.

Maddy summaryHB 3538 is a technical correction to the Illinois Articulation Initiative Act, specifically amending Section 1 to fix the short title citation. It changes the redundant phrasing "the the Illinois Articulation Initiative Act" to "Illinois Articulation Initiative Act" in the statute. This bill does not create new policy or affect any programs, voters, or institutions - it only corrects a grammatical error in the law's official title. The change has no substantive impact on education articulation agreements or student transfers between Illinois colleges. (Procedural bill; summary limited to 2 sentences per guidelines.)

Recognizes Brett's First Responders on its unrelenting commitment to serve and assist families of first responders facing tragedy and financial hardship. Commends the organization for continuing the legacy of service of its namesake, Firefighter Brett A. Korves of the Swansea Fire Department.

Maddy summaryThis Illinois House resolution (HR 119) calls on President Trump to abandon proposed tariffs, arguing they would increase costs for Illinois families and businesses. It specifically highlights risks to Illinois agriculture (like soybeans), manufacturing, and the state's top trade relationships with Canada and Mexico - impacting thousands of jobs. The resolution does not create new laws but formally opposes the tariff plans based on economic projections of higher living costs and market instability. It is a symbolic statement, not a binding policy change.

Condemns President Donald Trump's efforts to undermine equal pay, make workplaces less fair, and limit opportunity. Condemns the false, hateful comments President Trump and his allies have used to impugn and demean working people. Renews commitment to prioritize equal pay for equal work, opportunities for all, and protections in our workplaces in Illinois.

Maddy summaryThis resolution formally recognizes Distress Bandanna for its advocacy in driver safety education, specifically highlighting its role in promoting Illinois' roadside safety protocols. It acknowledges the organization's work embedding these protocols into driver education, which annually reaches 133,000 teen drivers through school programs. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a ceremonial tribute to their contributions to road safety.

Maddy summaryHB 1294 is a technical correction to the short title of Illinois' Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems Act. It amends Section 1 of the Act to fix a grammatical error in the phrase "This Act shall be known and may be cited as," removing an extra "and" for clarity. The bill does not change any substantive EMS regulations or affect any individuals or organizations. It is purely a procedural update to the law's official title, not a new policy or regulation. The misleading title "REGULATION-TECH" does not reflect the bill's actual purpose.