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Introduced
10/02/2025
10/02/2025
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Courses of Study Article of the School Code. Requires every public elementary school and high school to include in its curriculum a unit of instruction studying the events of Italian American history. Contains provisions governing this instruction. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill requires all public elementary and high schools in Illinois to incorporate a unit of instruction about Italian American history starting in the 2027-2028 school year. The curriculum must cover the history of Italian Americans in the State and Midwest, their contributions to civil rights from the 19th century onward, and their impacts in government, arts, humanities, and sciences. The bill aims to help students understand the economic, cultural, social, and political contributions of Italian Americans while promoting respect for diverse races and peoples and opposing discrimination. The State Superintendent of Education is authorized to prepare and distribute instructional materials to guide schools, though each school board will determine the specific length of the instructional unit. Regional superintendents will monitor school districts' compliance during their annual visits, and schools can satisfy the requirement through online programs or courses. The bill becomes effective immediately upon becoming law.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Education Policy Committee Hearing (08:00:00 2/25/2026 Room 122) (on 02/25/2026)
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