In one paragraph
Illinois's SB 3492 (104th General Assembly) would add Section 2-3.118b to the School Code. Subject to appropriation, the State Board of Education, in consultation with other relevant State agencies, may provide statewide guidance on workforce development curriculum or programming with best practices for teaching AI, quantum computing and other fast-growing technologies, and would have to prepare a review of other states' efforts. Last action: re-referred to Assignments May 22, 2026.
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What it means for business
Not law. No duties for businesses; if enacted, the State Board of Education could issue optional guidance to school districts, subject to appropriation.
Key provisions
- Would add 105 ILCS 5/2-3.118b (guidance on preparing students for a technology future)
- Subject to appropriation, the State Board of Education, in consultation with other relevant State agencies, may provide statewide guidance to school districts on workforce development curriculum or programming
- Guidance would cover best practices for teaching AI, quantum computing and other rapidly growing technologies
- The State Board would have to prepare a comprehensive review of technology workforce curricula and programs in other states
- The State Superintendent may convene stakeholders and allow public comments before finalizing guidance
- Status: Rule 3-9(a) re-referral to Assignments on May 22, 2026
Latest legislative action
May 22, 2026. Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Willie Preston | Primary |
| Chris Balkema | Cosponsor |
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