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SB 2876

SCH CD-SUSPENSION/EXPULSION

104th Regular Session Introduced by Terri Bryant

SB 2876 modifies Illinois school suspension and expulsion policies, affecting student discipline procedures and potential disparities in their application across student populations.

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Bill Summary · SB 2876

Legislative bill overview

SB 2876 addresses school discipline policies regarding suspension and expulsion in Illinois. The bill, introduced by Senator Terri Bryant, appears focused on modifying how school districts handle student suspensions and expulsions, though specific provisions require detailed bill text review. This legislation enters a contested policy area where school safety, student rights, and racial equity concerns frequently intersect.

Why is this important

School discipline policies directly affect hundreds of thousands of Illinois students and have documented disparities in how they're applied across racial and socioeconomic groups. Suspension and expulsion decisions significantly impact student academic trajectories, graduation rates, and long-term outcomes. Any changes to these policies can either strengthen protections for vulnerable students or provide schools with greater flexibility in maintaining classroom safety.

Potential points of contention

  • Equity concerns: Historical data shows Black and Latino students receive suspensions/expulsions at higher rates; stakeholders will debate whether changes worsen or improve these disparities
  • School safety vs. student retention: Schools argue discipline tools are necessary for safety; advocates argue alternatives keep more students in classrooms and graduating
  • Due process protections: Questions about what procedural safeguards students receive before suspension/expulsion and whether the bill strengthens or weakens them

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

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