summary
Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
04/11/2025
04/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the School Code. Requires each school district that offers one or more courses in health education to pupils in middle school or high school to include in those courses instruction in mental health. Sets forth the required instruction topics and materials. Provides that a pupil receiving instruction under in mental health shall not be required to disclose the pupil's confidential health or mental health information at any time in the course of receiving the instruction.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Illinois School Code to require school districts offering health education in middle and high schools to include comprehensive mental health instruction. The instruction must cover several key areas: defining mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder; explaining evidence-based support services; promoting mental health wellness and protective factors; teaching students how to identify warning signs of mental health problems and seek professional help; exploring the connection between mental health and overall health; raising awareness about mental health challenges across different populations; and addressing mental health stigma. The bill mandates that instructional materials and methods be inclusive, accessible to all students (including those with disabilities and English learners), and free from bias. Importantly, the bill ensures that students will not be required to disclose personal mental health information during these lessons. The goal is to provide age-appropriate, culturally responsive education that helps students understand mental health, recognize potential issues, and know how to seek support.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (6)
Laura Faver Dias (D)*,
Terra Costa Howard (D),
Maura Hirschauer (D),
Gregg Johnson (D),
Lindsey LaPointe (D),
Camille Lilly (D),
Last Action
House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 04/11/2025)
bill text
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
Loading...
bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2960&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| House Amendment 001 | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB2960ham001.htm |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB2960.htm |
Loading...