HB4862

SCH CD-STAFF MENTAL HEALTH

Final Passage·5/20/26

Illinois HB4862 mandates school districts to adopt policies addressing secondary traumatic stress in the workforce.

Illinois HB4862 requires school districts to adopt policies and procedures to prevent and address secondary traumatic stress in the workforce. These policies must include a commitment to support mental health, establish a district-wide workforce mental health committee, regularly assess implementation, and provide resources and training for continuous improvement. The State Board of Education must publish links to resources, self-assessments, and best practices on its website.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 20
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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8
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 5

2:00 PM

Senate Education Committee Hearing

Mar 25

2:00 PM

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

History

Jun 18

House

Sent to the Governor

Jun 1

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Elgie R. Sims, Jr.

Jun 1

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Mattie Hunter