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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
04/22/2026
04/22/2026
Crossed Over
04/16/2026
04/16/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the School Boards Article of the School Code. In provisions concerning in-service training programs, provides that the instruction on the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, as it pertains to the school environment, includes, without limitation, service animals.
AI Summary
This bill amends the School Code to require that in-service training programs for school personnel include instruction on the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), specifically mentioning that this instruction must cover service animals as they relate to the school environment. The ADA is a landmark civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability, and service animals are specially trained to perform tasks for individuals with disabilities. This addition ensures that school staff are educated on the rights and accommodations related to service animals in schools, which is part of broader training requirements for school personnel on student protections and accommodations.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 04/22/2026)
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