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SB 425

EDUCATION-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Don Harmon

Illinois SB 425 advances edtech legislation through committee with unanimous approval, moving toward final passage to modernize educational technology infrastructure and policies.

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Bill Summary · SB 425

Legislative bill overview

SB 425 is an Illinois education technology bill sponsored by Don Harmon that recently passed committee with unanimous approval (11-0-0). The bill has advanced through second reading and is scheduled for third reading, currently held in committee assignments as of April 2025.

Why is this important

Education technology legislation directly affects how schools integrate digital tools, online learning platforms, and data systems into K-12 and higher education. The outcome shapes student learning experiences, teacher capabilities, school funding priorities, and student data privacy protections across Illinois.

Potential points of contention

  • Data privacy and student information security — edtech bills often involve collection and use of student data, raising concerns about privacy safeguards, parental consent, and vendor accountability
  • Equity and access — technology initiatives may create disparities if rural or low-income districts lack infrastructure, funding, or broadband capacity to implement requirements
  • Implementation costs — schools may face unfunded mandates requiring expensive hardware, software licenses, teacher training, or IT staff without corresponding state/federal funding

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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