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HB 466

EDUCATION-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Chris Welch

Illinois HB 466 advances education technology policy through legislative review, with implementation details pending final passage and budget allocation confirmation.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 466

Legislative bill overview

HB 466 is an Illinois education technology bill sponsored by Representative Chris Welch that has advanced through committee review. The bill remains in the legislative process with its most recent action being a referral back to the Rules Committee on May 31, 2025.

Why is this important

Education technology legislation can impact how schools allocate resources, implement digital learning tools, and protect student data. The bill's specific provisions would affect Illinois schools' technology infrastructure and potentially influence educational outcomes and equity across districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism: Unclear whether the bill requires new state appropriations or reallocates existing education budgets, affecting district priorities
  • Data privacy and security: Education technology bills often raise concerns about student data collection, storage, and vendor access—details matter significantly
  • Digital equity requirements: Mandates could place unequal burden on under-resourced districts lacking technological infrastructure or technical support capacity

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

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