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IL HB5229
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jaime Andrade
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AI Summary
- Requires all Illinois school boards to develop an appeal process for students to request access to blocked websites on school-issued electronic devices
- Appeals must be initiated by the student's parent or guardian, not the student alone
- Blocked websites may be unblocked if reasonably related to the student's education or pursuit of work opportunities during or after high school
- Amends the School Code by adding new Sections 10-20.88 (for general school boards) and 34-18.88 (for Chicago Public Schools)
- State Mandates Act may require reimbursement to school districts for compliance costs
Legislative Description
SCH CD-BLOCKED WEBSITE-APPEAL
Last Action
Assigned to Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter School3/12/2026
Rules2/10/2026
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