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HB 5289

Illinois House of Representatives bill in Session 104.

Status: in_committee. Latest action: March 27, 2026.

SCH CD-CIVIC ENGAGEMENT EDUC.

Bill ID IL-104-HB-5289
Session 104
Status in_committee
Committee Rules Committee
House of Representatives in_committee 2026-03-27
Education
Summary

Amends the Courses of Study Article of the School Code. Provides that, beginning with the 2027-2028 school year, every public high school shall include in its curriculum a unit of instruction on civic engagement. Provides that, as part of the unit of instruction, students must attend an open meeting of the governing body of a special district, the corporate authorities of a municipality, the township board of a township, the county board of a county, or any similar governing or legislating body of a unit of government. Provides that, if physical attendance at such a meeting is not feasible, then attendance may be virtual.

Sponsor
Justin Cochran
Official Source Back to Bills
Actions Timeline
Date Event Detail
2026-02-10 Introduced Bill introduced
2026-03-27 Status in_committee
2026-03-27 Latest Action 3/27/2026 - House:
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