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HB 1165

SCH CD-SPECIAL ED SCHOOLS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Dan Didech

Illinois HB 1165 addresses special education schools, pending Education Policy Committee review with unclear specific provisions affecting disabled student services and district operations.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1165

Legislative bill overview

HB 1165 addresses special education schools in Illinois, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative record. The bill was introduced by Representative Dan Didech and has progressed through initial readings and committee referrals as of March 2025.

Why is this important

Special education policy directly affects thousands of Illinois students with disabilities and their families, as well as school district budgets and staffing requirements. Changes to special education schools can impact educational access, service delivery models, and funding mechanisms across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public bill text: The specific provisions of HB 1165 are not available in the provided information, making it difficult to identify particular controversies without access to the actual legislative language
  • Special education funding: Any bill restructuring special education schools likely involves questions about adequate funding, resource allocation, and equity across districts
  • Service delivery models: Proposed changes may affect whether services are delivered in dedicated special education schools versus inclusive mainstream settings, a historically debated approach in special education policy

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

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