HB5289 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

SCH CD-CIVIC ENGAGEMENT EDUC
Last Action
2/24/2026 - House: Assigned to Education Policy Committee
Hearings
Education Policy Committee Hearing Mar 19 2026 8:00AM Capitol Building Room 122 Springfield, IL
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
105 ILCS 5/27-517 new  
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Courses of Study Article of the School Code. Provides that, beginning with the 2027-2028 school year, every public high school shall include in its curriculum a unit of instruction on civic engagement. Provides that, as part of the unit of instruction, students must attend an open meeting of the governing body of a special district, the corporate authorities of a municipality, the township board of a township, the county board of a county, or any similar governing or legislating body of a unit of government. Provides that, if physical attendance at such a meeting is not feasible, then attendance may be virtual.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/05/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Justin Cochran
2/10/2026HouseFirst Reading
2/10/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee
2/24/2026HouseAssigned to Education Policy Committee
3/05/2026HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Joyce Mason