Bill > HB3035

This bill amends the Reducing the Risk of Skin Cancer and Excessive UV Exposure in Children Act to update and expand skin cancer prevention education in schools across different grade levels, starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The bill allows school districts to incorporate age-appropriate sun-safe education units in kindergarten through 12th grade, with specific requirements for different grade ranges. For grades 6 through 12, the curriculum must include comprehensive information about skin cancer, such as the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation from sunburns and indoor tanning, and strategies to reduce skin cancer risk, like using sunscreen and wearing sun-protective clothing. For grades kindergarten through 5, the focus will be on teaching about sunscreen and protective clothing. The bill provides flexibility for school districts to implement these educational components while ensuring that students receive important information about skin cancer prevention throughout their school years. By expanding and standardizing this education, the bill aims to help children understand and take proactive steps to protect themselves from skin cancer.

Education

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3035&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104