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This bill amends the Illinois School Code to require school districts to provide a mandatory 3-hour public safety and police engagement training curriculum for students in grades 7-12, beginning in the 2027-2028 school year, contingent upon available funding. The instruction will cover three primary areas: (1) legal aspects explaining specific legal offenses and their penalties, including obstructing justice, weapon offenses, narcotic offenses, violent acts, and sex crimes; (2) how to respond to police encounters, including understanding police perspectives, the importance of following commands, and engaging with officers respectfully and safely; and (3) understanding the aftermath of police interactions, such as how to obtain information about an incident and file proper complaints. School boards have the flexibility to integrate this instruction into existing courses, and the State Board of Education is authorized to develop and provide resource materials to help districts implement the curriculum. The bill aims to educate students about legal responsibilities, police interactions, and appropriate conduct during law enforcement encounters, with the goal of promoting mutual understanding and safety.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1848&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104