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SB 2148 Illinois Senate · 104th Regular Session

SCH CD-PUPIL ATTENDANCE

Summary
Amends the School Code. Provides that pupils absent from school due to the following valid causes may be counted as in attendance for the number of clock hours and days that the pupil was absent due to the valid cause: (1) illness, including the mental or behavioral health of the student up to 5 days for mental and behavioral health; (2) attendance at a verified medical or therapeutic appointment; and (3) death in the immediate family.
Issues: ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllows absences for mental health/medical needs without attendance penalty, supporting student well-being and educational access.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows absences for mental health treatment without attendance penalty, directly supporting student access to mental health services per bill summary.92% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 7, 2025 Last action Feb 7, 2025
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