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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the School Code. In a provision related to student discipline policies and the establishment of a parent-teacher advisory committee, defines "parent-teacher advisory committee" and requires teachers to be selected for a parent-teacher advisory committee in cooperation with the school district's teachers or, if applicable, the exclusive bargaining representative of the district's teachers. In a provision regarding the suspension or expulsion of a student, provides that gross disobedience or misconduct shall be defined by school board policy, in collaboration with the school district's parent-teacher advisory committee.
AI Summary
This bill amends the School Code to clarify the role and composition of parent-teacher advisory committees and the definition of gross disobedience or misconduct for student discipline. Specifically, it defines a "parent-teacher advisory committee" as a committee with equal representation from the school district, parents, and teachers, and mandates that teachers on this committee be selected in cooperation with the district's teachers or their exclusive bargaining representative. Furthermore, the bill requires that the definition of "gross disobedience or misconduct," which can lead to student suspension or expulsion, be determined by school board policy in collaboration with the district's parent-teacher advisory committee. This aims to ensure that disciplinary policies are developed with input from both educators and parents.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to Education (on 02/03/2026)
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