Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker Signs Bill Giving Illegals Financial Aid For College
Story by Ireland Owens • 16h
Democratic Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday signed a bill into law that allows students in his state to receive financial aid regardless of their immigration status.
The legislation, which was sponsored by Democratic Illinois State Sens. Celina Villanueva and Javier L. Cervantes, will allow all students residing in Illinois to be eligible for financial aid programs funded or administered by the state, local governments, or public colleges and universities, according to a press release. Villanueva said in a statement that the law is intended to make sure “no student is left behind because of where they were born.”
“If you live in Illinois and are pursuing higher education, you should have access to the same opportunities as your peers,” Villanueva said in a statement.
“Too many students have faced closed doors and confusing guidance simply because of their background,” she added. “Illinois invests in all of our students, and we’re committed to helping them succeed.”
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