HB2970

SCH CD-REMOVE/DISMISS TEACHERS

Chamber Passed·4/10/25

Illinois HB2970 amends teacher dismissal procedures, including notice requirements, performance evaluation ratings, and recall processes.

HB2970 modifies the Illinois School Code to revise teacher dismissal procedures. It mandates that teachers receive written notice of dismissal at least 60 days before the end of the school term. The bill outlines criteria for categorizing teachers into groups based on their performance evaluations, affecting the sequence of dismissal. It also specifies that teachers with shorter service should be dismissed first within each group. HB2970 establishes rules for selecting hearing officers, including timelines and costs.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 78–34 · Apr 10, 2025
Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Third Reading in House

78 Yea

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34 Nay

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2 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 27, 2025

4:00 PM

Labor Committee Hearing

Apr 9, 2025

3:00 PM

Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools Hearing

History

Dec 1, 2025

Senate

Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments

Oct 28, 2025

Senate

Approved for Consideration Assignments

Oct 28, 2025

Senate

Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading October 29, 2025