HB 4591

Abstract

Creates the Education Emergency Budget Implementation Act of 2009. Amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act to authorize emergency rulemaking that is not subject to complete JCAR oversight and to suspend rules while duties under a statute are suspended. Amends the School Code. Provides that provisions concerning the state goals and assessment of students are subject to appropriation. Provides that the administration of a program concerning agriculture education shall be subject to appropriation. Provides that the State Board of Education shall maintain or contract, subject to appropriation, for an educational materials coordinating unit for children with disabilities to provide specified services. Provides that the loan of specified secular textbooks by the State Board of Education shall be subject to appropriation. Repeals the State Facilities Closure Act. Contains a severability clause. Effective immediately.