HIGHER ED-MENTAL HLTH COUNCIL Senate SponsorsSen. Mike Simmons 2/17/2026SenateAssigned to Appropriations- Education 110 ILCS 58/37 newAmends the Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act. Requires the Board of Higher Education to establish the Mental Health Council. Establishes the student membership of the Council. Provides that the Council shall make recommendations to the Board regarding youth mental health. Requires the Council to meet at least 4 times annually. 2/5/2026SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Mike Simmons 2/5/2026SenateFirst Reading 2/5/2026SenateReferred to Assignments 2/17/2026SenateAssigned to Appropriations- Education 3/13/2026SenateRule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026