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This bill amends the School Code to require school districts, starting in the 2027-2028 school year and contingent on available funding, to provide a mandatory 3-hour training curriculum for students in grades 7-12 focused on public safety and police interactions. The instruction must cover three key areas: (1) legal aspects explaining specific legal offenses and their penalties, including obstructing justice, weapons offenses, violence offenses, and sex crimes; (2) guidance on responding to police encounters, including understanding police perspectives, the importance of following commands, and how to engage with officers respectfully and safely; and (3) understanding the aftermath of police interactions, such as obtaining information about an incident and properly filing complaints. School boards can 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, proper conduct during police encounters, and understanding their rights and appropriate responses in law enforcement situations.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3429&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104