HB3026

SCH CD-DUAL LANGUAGE EDUCATION

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Illinois HB3026 mandates the State Board of Education to create comprehensive guidance for school districts to start and expand dual language.

HB3026 requires the State Board of Education to adopt guidance for school districts on starting new dual language education programs and expanding existing ones. This guidance covers program structure, curriculum, instruction, assessment and accountability, staff quality and professional development, family and community engagement, and support and resources. It also mandates the State Board of Education's Equity Journey Continuum to integrate dual language education into the broader framework of student learning and specific provisions for dual language teachers.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

43 Yea

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12 Nay

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4 Not Voting

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Calendar

Apr 29, 2025

2:00 PM

Education Committee Hearing

Apr 7, 2025

3:00 PM

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

History

Aug 15, 2025

House

Governor Approved

Aug 15, 2025

House

Effective Date January 1, 2026

Aug 15, 2025

House

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0266