HB3250

SCH CD-GLOBAL SCHOLAR CERTIFY

Final Passage·5/21/26

Illinois HB3250 establishes the State Global Scholar Certification Program to recognize global competence in high school students.

Illinois HB3250 amends the School Code to establish the State Global Scholar Certification Program. This program recognizes public and nonpublic high school students who demonstrate global competence. Students must complete globally focused courses, service learning experiences, global collaboration, and a capstone project to earn certification. The State Board of Education sets the criteria and provides necessary rules for schools to implement the program. Schools must designate certification on students' diplomas and transcripts.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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5
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 5

2:00 PM

Senate Education Committee Hearing

Mar 19, 2025

2:00 PM

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

History

Jun 18

House

Sent to the Governor

Jun 1

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Mattie Hunter

May 31

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton