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HB 2390

SCH CD-SPECIAL ED JT AGREEMENT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mike Crawford and 4 co-sponsors

HB 2390 creates joint agreement requirements between Illinois school districts and special education cooperatives to standardize governance and service coordination effective January 1, 2026.

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0218
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Bill Summary · HB 2390

Legislative bill overview

HB 2390 establishes a joint agreement framework between school districts and special education cooperative districts in Illinois, clarifying governance structures and operational procedures for shared special education services. The bill became effective January 1, 2026, and was unanimously approved by the House following Senate amendments.

Why is this important

Special education cooperatives serve thousands of Illinois students with disabilities across multiple districts. This legislation standardizes how districts coordinate services, potentially reducing administrative confusion, improving service delivery consistency, and clarifying funding and liability responsibilities among participating entities.

Potential points of contention

  • Governance clarity vs. local control: The joint agreement framework may shift power dynamics between individual districts and cooperative leadership, with some districts potentially losing autonomy over special education decisions
  • Financial implications: Standardized agreements could alter how costs are distributed among participating districts, potentially benefiting some while increasing expenses for others
  • Implementation burden: Districts must establish new agreements by the January 1, 2026 deadline, requiring administrative resources and potentially creating disruption during the transition period

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

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