Abolition of county superintendency okayed by committee
The Elementary and Secondary Education panel approved Rep. John Ostenburg’s measure to abolish the recreated suburban Cook County school superintendent’s office before it is filled. The bill faces long odds in the House and Senate, with supporters arguing for local control and opponents warning about GED testing continuity.
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House OKs immunization exemption bill for Governors State
The Illinois House, 101 to 8, approved a bill to exempt Governors State University students from proof of immunization. Supporters say commuter schools and older students lack accessible records, pushing for targeted exemption. Senate passage is anticipated. Interstate News Service
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