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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the School Code. Requires each school board to adopt a policy that outlines how schools should track, meet, and adhere to the medical dietary requirements of students and the legal accommodations for the religious dietary needs of students.
AI Summary
This bill amends the School Code by requiring each school board to develop and implement a comprehensive policy addressing students' dietary needs. Specifically, the policy must establish clear procedures for tracking, meeting, and complying with two types of dietary requirements: medical dietary requirements (which may include allergies, medical conditions, or other health-related nutritional needs) and religious dietary needs (accommodations that respect students' religious practices and beliefs related to food). The bill mandates that school boards create a systematic approach to managing these dietary accommodations, ensuring that students' individual nutritional needs are properly identified, understood, and supported within the school environment. By requiring such a policy, the legislation aims to promote student health, safety, and inclusivity by recognizing and respecting diverse medical and religious dietary practices.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 03/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3353&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3353.htm |
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