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Save the date? Il Sen Ed Committee hearing set for Friday

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Save the date? Il Sen Ed Committee hearing set for Friday

While no plans are ever completely solid in Springfield, a State Senate Education Committee hearing has been called for Fri, 02/24, at 9:30 AM in Springfield, with Sen. Martinez’ school closing and turnaround moratorium bill (SB 3239) on the agenda.

Here’s the link to the hearing notice, which you can check for updates closer to the date.

Here’s the contact information for the Senate Education Committee members and the language of themoratorium bill.

Given the timing of this hearing, people may find it the perfect opportunity to share their reactions to Wednesday’s Chicago Board of Education vote on school closings and turnarounds.