The Illinois Senate approved a new education funding plan for Illinois public schools Tuesday, following the House.
Senate Republican Leader Bill Brady was pleased with the bill and praised fellow senators on their ability to come together and pass the bill.
Brady believes that the bill will "advance this state for the children of this state." He also says that the bill accomplishes the governor's task of looking at education funding and is proud that the governor will sign the bill.
Senate Bill 1947 passed 38-13-4.