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SB 791

EDUCATION-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Don Harmon

Illinois advances bipartisan education technology bill through committee to strengthen digital learning infrastructure and educator preparedness statewide.

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Bill Summary · SB 791

Legislative bill overview

SB 791 is an Illinois education technology bill sponsored by Don Harmon that has advanced through committee with unanimous support. The bill has completed second reading and is scheduled for third reading, indicating it addresses substantive policy changes related to educational technology implementation or standards in the state.

Why is this important

Educational technology legislation affects how schools allocate resources, train educators, and prepare students for digital literacy and workforce readiness. The unanimous committee passage suggests broad bipartisan recognition of the bill's merit, though the specific provisions will determine actual classroom impact and cost implications for school districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism and whether the state provides adequate resources for districts to implement required technology infrastructure or training
  • Mandates versus local control—whether schools have flexibility to choose technology solutions matching their specific student populations and existing systems
  • Data privacy and security standards, including how student information collected through new technology platforms will be protected and governed

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

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