A new legislative proposal seeks to make it easier for Illinois students to find and apply for higher education scholarships.

Senate Bill 1331, sponsored by State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield), would establish the Illinois Scholarship Database. The database, developed and managed by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, would serve as a centralized resource to help students navigate available financial aid opportunities.

The measure aims to improve accessibility to scholarships and reduce confusion surrounding financial assistance options. By streamlining the search process, the initiative could help students more easily identify legitimate funding opportunities and avoid potential scams.

Senate Bill 1331 passed the Senate Higher Education Committee on Wednesday and will move forward for further consideration.