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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the School Code. Requires every voting member of a school board of a school district (other than the Chicago school district) to complete a minimum of 4 hours of professional development and leadership training within the first year of every elected term (rather than within the first year of his or her first term). Provides that in addition to training, every voting member of a school board shall, within the first year of every elected term, tour any affiliated education buildings that a student may attend while under the direction of the school district. Effective July 1, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill amends the School Code to require every voting member of a school board, except in the Chicago school district, to complete a minimum of 4 hours of professional development and leadership training within the first year of *every* elected term, rather than just their first term. This training covers important topics like education and labor law, financial oversight, fiduciary responsibilities, trauma-informed practices for students and staff, and improving student outcomes. Additionally, the bill mandates that these board members, within the first year of each elected term, must tour any affiliated educational buildings that students might attend under the school district's direction, such as special education facilities, career and technical education centers, and alternative learning programs. These changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2027.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools Committee Hearing (14:00:00 2/25/2026 115 and Virtual Room 4) (on 02/25/2026)
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