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IL HR0853

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/17/2018

Primary Sponsor

Emanuel Welch

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Origin

House of Representatives

100th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Encourages Illinois school districts to teach computer science and coding education
  • Recognizes computer science as one of the fastest-growing and highest-paying career fields globally
  • Identifies computer science skills as beneficial to all students for practical tasks like creating files, writing reports, and research
  • Notes that job openings requiring computer science skills are projected to grow at twice the rate of other jobs across all industries and states
  • Highlights computer science education as a pathway for students from low-income families to escape poverty and contribute to innovation

Legislative Description

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND CODING

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

5/17/2018

Committee Referrals

Elementary & Secondary Education: School Curriculum & Policies4/3/2018
Rules2/27/2018

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