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IL HB4783

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/10/2020

Primary Sponsor

Maurice West

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Origin

House of Representatives

101st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • 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

  • Requires schools using Native American imagery to conduct school-wide programs on Native American culture at least twice per school year

  • Mandates schools offer a course of study outlining Native American contributions to society as a condition of using Native American imagery

  • Requires schools to file annual reports with the State Board of Education detailing academic programs on Native Americans offered during the school year

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Rules6/23/2020
Elementary & Secondary Education: School Curriculum & Policies2/25/2020
Rules2/18/2020

Full Bill Text

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