By South Central Reporter |
Apr 24, 2024
Members of the Illinois Senate Republican Caucus have voiced significant concerns over a proposed funding formula for the state's higher education system. During a press conference held on April 18, Republican lawmakers highlighted issues with the formula that could potentially base funding on a student's race. Referring to elements of the formula, they pointed out that funding levels tied to race could be unconstitutional, citing the recent Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard ruling and the Civil Rights Act of 1964.The Senators expressed worries about the impact on...