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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
04/16/2026
04/16/2026
Crossed Over
04/15/2026
04/15/2026
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 clarifies the definition of a "parent-teacher advisory committee" as a group representing the school district, parents, and teachers, and mandates that teachers on this committee must be selected in collaboration with the district's teachers or their union, if one exists. It also requires that the definition of "gross disobedience or misconduct," which can lead to a student's suspension or expulsion, be determined by the school board's policy in partnership with the parent-teacher advisory committee. This aims to ensure that decisions regarding serious student behavior issues are made with input from both school administration and the parent-teacher community.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 04/16/2026)
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