IL HB3869

School boards must require in-service training for school personnel that includes training to develop cultural competency and reduce implicit racial bias.

Implicit racial bias is defined as a preference, positive or negative, for a racial or ethnic group that operates outside of awareness, with three components: affective, behavioral, and cognitive.

The General Assembly finds that implicit racial bias influences evaluations and behavior toward those subject to the bias, and that marginalized students benefit from educators who have worked to reduce their biases.

Training on reducing implicit racial bias affects classroom interactions, student evaluation, classroom engagement, and student academic self-concept.

The requirements apply to both regular school districts and charter schools through amendments to Sections 10-20.60 and 34-18.53 of the School Code.