SB2427

SCH CD-WIRELESS COMM DEVICE

Final Passage·5/31/26

Illinois SB2427 mandates school boards to adopt wireless communication device policies by 2026-2027.

Illinois SB2427 amends the School Code to require each school board to adopt and implement a wireless communication device policy by the 2026-2027 school year. The policy must prohibit students from using such devices during instructional time, except under specific circumstances: when authorized by a teacher, in emergencies, for health reasons, to fulfill an Individualized Education Plan or Section 504 plan, or for English learners to access learning materials. The policy must also include guidance for secure and accessible storage of devices during instructional time.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 55–0 · May 31
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Third Reading in Senate

55 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 28

5:00 PM

Senate Education Committee Hearing

Mar 25

8:00 AM

House Education Policy Committee Hearing

History

Jun 29

Senate

Sent to the Governor

Jun 10

Senate

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

May 31

Senate

House Committee Amendment No. 1 Senate Concurs 055-002-000