Illinois SB2202 ensures academic freedom of expression for faculty and students in public and private institutions of higher education.

Illinois SB2202, the Academic Freedom of Expression Act, mandates that public and private institutions of higher education cannot enforce rules that subject students to disciplinary action based on speech protected by the First Amendment when conducted outside campus. The bill requires institutions to adopt policies ensuring faculty and students have full freedom in discussing their subjects and conducting research without fear of discipline, including termination.

Illinois SB2202 ensures academic freedom of expression for faculty and students in public and private institutions of higher education.

Illinois SB2202, the Academic Freedom of Expression Act, mandates that public and private institutions of higher education cannot enforce rules that subject students to disciplinary action based on speech protected by the First Amendment when conducted outside campus. The bill requires institutions to adopt policies ensuring faculty and students have full freedom in discussing their subjects and conducting research without fear of discipline, including termination.