IL HB4979

School districts must offer in-state special education residential facility alternatives before placing children in out-of-state facilities, with comparable treatment and services.

School districts must conduct annual reviews of out-of-state placements and continue offering in-state alternatives as part of each review.

Illinois placing agencies and courts must also offer in-state special education residential facility options before making out-of-state placements and review annually.

The same requirements apply to school districts, placing agencies, and courts regarding placement decisions and annual reviews of children in out-of-state special education residential facilities.

The Act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.