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Introduced
01/25/2023
01/25/2023
In Committee
01/25/2023
01/25/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2025
01/08/2025
Introduced Session
103rd General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the Campus Free Speech Act. Requires the governing board of each public university and community college to develop and adopt a policy on free expression; sets forth what the policy must contain. Requires the Board of Higher Education to create a Committee on Free Expression to issue an annual report. Requires public institutions of higher education to include in their freshman orientation programs a section describing to all students the policies and rules regarding free expression that are consistent with the Act. Contains provisions concerning rules, construction of the Act, and enforcement.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Campus Free Speech Act, requires public universities and community colleges in Illinois to develop and adopt a policy on free expression. The policy must contain several key provisions, including statements affirming the importance of intellectual freedom and the campus's role in protecting free speech, as well as rules regarding invited speakers, outdoor public areas, and disciplinary procedures. The bill also establishes a Committee on Free Expression to monitor and report on free speech issues at public institutions of higher education in the state. Additionally, the bill requires public colleges and universities to include information about their free speech policies in their freshman orientation programs.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Session Sine Die (on 01/07/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=150&GAID=17&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=112&GA=103 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/103/SB/10300SB0150.htm |
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