Illinois Attorney General Public Access Counselor Addresses Public Comment and Participation
by Christine Self The Public Access Counselor (PAC) determined that the Board of Education of Bloomingdale School District 13 (Board) violated section 7(e)(4) of the Open Meetings Act (OMA) by improperly restricting access to its July 27, 2020 regular meeting. Section...FFCRA Leave for Remote Learning
by Christine Self The opening of the 2020-2021 school year looks very different than previous school years for many school districts, students, and families. While some school districts are starting the school year fully in-person, others are opting for a fully...U.S. Supreme Court Expands “Ministerial Exception” for Religious Employers
by Adam Henningsen The U.S. Supreme Court recently issued an important decision concerning the “ministerial exception” to federal employment discrimination laws. The ministerial exception is a legal doctrine that protects religious entities from being sued...Illinois School Board Remote Meeting Requirements During a Disaster Declaration
by Rob Jackstadt On June 12, 2020, Governor J.B Pritzker inked Senate Bill 2135 which permits School Boards to conduct remote open and closed meetings under certain circumstances. Boards of Education may hold public meetings and conduct public business remotely if (a)...Illinois General Assembly Eases IEP Administrative Burdens
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