Illinois § 20
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 20, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20.
Guidelines for notification of students and parents. (a) The State Board of Education shall develop and make available guidelines that may be used by the public elementary and secondary schools within this State to give appropriate notice of the following to students and their parents or legal guardians: (1) Which, if any, of the courses taught at the school ordinarily require or allow the student to perform, participate in, or observe dissection. (2) Whether or not the school makes available to students the opportunity to complete an alternative project. (b) When offering high school students an opportunity to choose between dissection or an alternative project, teachers should encourage the students to take into consideration the expectations and requirements of the colleges and graduate programs that they may be interested in attending. (Source: P.A. 91-771, eff. 6-9-00.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 20
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 20 cover?
Section 20 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 20?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 20" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 20 apply to my situation?
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