Springfield, IL-(Effingham Radio)- State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) passed legislation out of the Illinois House Wednesday aimed at expanding career technical education opportunities for high school students across the state of Illinois. HB2801 originated from an effort to promote STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) related opportunities.
The measure provides that, by July 1, 2026, the State Board of Education will provide a form, posted publicly on its website, for organizations to submit opportunities for high school students to participate in externships, internships, or volunteer work related to career and technical education career pathways.
The bill was approved on a vote of 115-0 and now heads to the Senate for consideration.
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