SB0144

SCHOOL CODE-CHARTER SCHOOLS

Introduced·1/17/25
Introduced Text

SB0144 amends the Illinois School Code to revise charter school regulations, including governance, funding, and operational requirements.

SB0144 amends the Illinois School Code to revise charter school regulations. It mandates that charter schools be nonsectarian, nonreligious, and nonprofit. The bill requires charter schools to spend at least 90% of their budget on direct-service costs for students. It also stipulates that charter schools must comply with all federal and state laws applicable to public schools, including those related to special education and English learners.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Apr 9, 2025

3:00 PM

Executive Committee Hearing

Apr 9, 2025

4:00 PM

Executive Committee Hearing

History

Jul 2, 2025

Senate

Senate Floor Amendment No. 2 Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments

Jun 2, 2025

Senate

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

May 23, 2025

Senate

Rule 2-10 Third Reading Deadline Established As June 1, 2025