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IL HB4783
Bill
Status
2/10/2020
Primary Sponsor
Maurice West
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AI Summary
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Prohibits Illinois schools from using Native American logos, mascots, or imagery in interscholastic athletics unless they obtain express written consent from a Native American tribe located within 500 miles of the school, with consent requiring renewal every 5 years
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Requires schools using Native American imagery to conduct school-wide programs on Native American culture at least twice per school year
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Mandates schools offer a course of study outlining Native American contributions to society as a condition of using Native American imagery
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Requires schools to file annual reports with the State Board of Education detailing academic programs on Native Americans offered during the school year
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Establishes ineligibility to participate in playoffs as the penalty for noncompliance, with athletic associations required to investigate violations
Legislative Description
SCHOOL-NATIVE AMERICAN IMAGERY
Last Action
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Jonathan Carroll
7/2/2020