HB 5617 Illinois House · 103rd Regular Session

SCH CD-PROHIBIT NATIVE AM NAME

Summary
Amends the School Code. Provides that a school board shall prohibit a school from using a native name, logo, or mascot; defines "native name, logo, or mascot". However, provides that a school may continue to use uniforms or other materials bearing a native name, logo, or mascot that were purchased on or before the effective date of the amendatory Act until September 1, 2027 if specified requirements are met.
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Feb 2024
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Introduced Feb 9, 2024 Last action Apr 11, 2024
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Apr 5, 2024
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Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Feb 28, 2024
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Assigned to Elementary & Secondary Education: Administration, Licensing & Charter Schools
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Feb 9, 2024
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Referred to Rules Committee
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