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IL HB3527

Bill

Status

Engrossed

4/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Maurice West

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Origin

House of Representatives

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits public educational institutions (K-12 schools, public universities, and community colleges) from adopting or continuing to use mascots, names, or logos that are derogatory or discriminatory toward individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act

  • Allows institutions to continue using existing uniforms and materials bearing prohibited mascots purchased before the effective date until September 1, 2028, provided they select a compliant replacement

  • Requires institutions using the transition period to immediately stop purchasing new uniforms, yearbooks, newspapers, programs, or other materials featuring the prohibited mascot

  • Mandates removal of prohibited names, logos, or mascots from school facilities during the next scheduled remodeling or replacement of that area, and prohibits construction of new signage bearing the prohibited imagery

Legislative Description

PROHIBITED DISABILITY MASCOTS

Last Action

Alternate Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. Graciela Guzmán

2/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Assignments4/10/2025
Education Policy3/11/2025
Rules2/18/2025

Full Bill Text

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