HB4090

Illinois HB4090 amends the Criminal Code to classify threatening a teacher, principal, or administrator of a public or private elementary or.

HB4090 amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to include teachers, principals, and administrators of public or private elementary or secondary schools in the list of individuals protected from threats. The bill classifies the first offense of threatening such an educator as a Class 3 felony and subsequent offenses as Class 2 felonies. This change aims to enhance the safety and security of educators in Illinois by providing stronger legal repercussions for those who threaten their well-being.