SB2773

PARAPROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR

Final Passage·5/21/26

Illinois SB2773 amends educator licensure rules, allowing short-term approvals for paraprofessional educators in emergency situations.

Illinois SB2773 amends the School Code to allow the State Superintendent of Education to issue short-term approvals for paraprofessional educators in emergency situations. These short-term approvals are valid for up to three fiscal years and cannot be renewed. Upon expiration, the individual must apply for an Educator License with Stipulations with a paraprofessional educator endorsement. The bill also outlines various types of educator licenses and endorsements, including requirements for issuance and validity periods.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 6

2:00 PM

House Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools Committee Hearing

Mar 10

2:00 PM

Senate Education Committee Hearing

History

Jun 30

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen

Jun 18

Senate

Sent to the Governor

May 21

House

Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed 111-000-000