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HB1210Introduced in the House

SCH CD-NO FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQ

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Introduced by David Friess, District 115

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the School Code. Removes the requirement that beginning with the 2028-2029 school year, as a prerequisite to receiving a high school diploma, each pupil entering the 9th grade must, in addition to other course requirements, successfully complete 2 years of foreign language courses, which may include American Sign Language.

Where it stands

Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Jackie Haas

January 16, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. David Friess

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Rules Committee

  4. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Jackie Haas

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