SB0070

INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLET-SPEC ED

Introduced·1/13/25
Introduced Text

Allows special education students to participate in interscholastic athletics until age 22.

Illinois SB0070 amends the Interscholastic Athletic Organization Act to ensure that students needing special education services can participate in interscholastic athletics until the day before their 22nd birthday. This provision applies to any association or entity involved in promoting, sponsoring, regulating, or providing interscholastic athletics. The change aligns with the eligibility period for special education services under the School Code.

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History

Mar 21, 2025

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

Jan 22, 2025

Senate

Assigned to Education

Jan 13, 2025

Senate

Filed with Secretary by Sen. Laura M. Murphy