Illinois HB5799 mandates an equity impact review for policies affecting girls' sports in public schools.

Illinois HB5799 amends the School Code to require a statewide athletic association to conduct an equity impact review if a policy reduces opportunities in girls' sports without equivalent reductions in boys' sports, causes differing sports season lengths, or fails to accommodate both sexes comparably. The review must consider factors like sports selection and scheduling. The association must make the review public and allow a 30-day comment period before finalizing changes. The State Board of Education can issue nonbinding findings on gender equity compliance. The act takes effect immediately.

Illinois HB5799 mandates an equity impact review for policies affecting girls' sports in public schools.

Illinois HB5799 amends the School Code to require a statewide athletic association to conduct an equity impact review if a policy reduces opportunities in girls' sports without equivalent reductions in boys' sports, causes differing sports season lengths, or fails to accommodate both sexes comparably. The review must consider factors like sports selection and scheduling. The association must make the review public and allow a 30-day comment period before finalizing changes. The State Board of Education can issue nonbinding findings on gender equity compliance. The act takes effect immediately.