SR0610 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Illinois ASCD/PD365 has long been committed to supporting high-quality teaching and learning, with a focus on developing critical thinkers prepared for success in an evolving digital society; and

WHEREAS, The rapid emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) presents both significant opportunities and substantial challenges for Illinois educators, students, and families; and

WHEREAS, AI technologies offer adaptive learning experiences, predictive analytics, and real-time feedback that can support differentiated instruction, identify learning gaps, and free educators to focus on higher-order instructional design; and

WHEREAS, Without intentional, educator-guided implementation, AI tools may lead to passive learning, algorithmic bias, overreliance on automated systems, and the erosion of student agency, equity, and intellectual independence; and

WHEREAS, Illinois ASCD/PD365 affirms that AI should serve as a thinking partner that enhances student inquiry, supports hypothesis testing, and deepens reflection, rather than simply providing answers or replacing teacher-designed learning experiences; and

WHEREAS, Ethical AI integration must prioritize student privacy, data protection, transparency, equity of access, and the development of critical digital and AI literacy among all Illinois students; and

WHEREAS, Disparities in technology access across Illinois communities risk widening existing achievement gaps, making equitable infrastructure and access essential to responsible AI adoption; and

WHEREAS, Illinois ASCD/PD365 emphasizes the importance of family engagement, collaboration with higher education and community partners, and a commitment to supporting the whole child in all AI-related educational initiatives; and

WHEREAS, Educators must receive professional development that equips them to understand AI systems, recognize potential algorithmic bias, evaluate ethical implications, and use AI tools to deepen inquiry-based, reflective, and critical thinking practices; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we support the principles put forth by Illinois ASCD/PD365 regarding the ethical and effective use of artificial intelligence in K-12 classrooms; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we urge the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), in collaboration with school districts, educators, technology experts, and stakeholder organizations, to develop statewide guidelines for the ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence in education, including protections for student data, expectations for algorithmic transparency, monitoring for bias, and the incorporation of digital and AI literacy into Illinois curricula to ensure students can thoughtfully and ethically engage with emerging technologies; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we encourage investment in educator professional development and equitable access to technology, including broadband infrastructure, one-to-one devices, and AI-enabled tools to ensure that all Illinois educators and students are prepared to use artificial intelligence responsibly, effectively, and fairly across all schools; and be it further

RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be delivered to the Illinois State Board of Education, the Governor of the State of Illinois, and the leadership of Illinois ASCD/PD365 as an expression of our commitment to fostering ethical, equitable, and student-centered use of AI in Illinois classrooms.