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IL HB0011: SCH CD-STU DISCIPLINE-TOBACCO

Detected August 9, 2026 · in Childcare Licensing

Illinois HB0011 introduces new regulations regarding student discipline related to tobacco use in childcare settings, impacting operational policies and staff training requirements.

Aforeworn detected this change in the Childcare Licensing space on August 9, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. All childcare providers, including center-based providers, family child-care homes, and multi-site operators in Illinois. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified in the provided text.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Childcare Licensing continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

New regulations on student discipline concerning tobacco use, necessitating updates to policies and staff training.

Who it affects

All childcare providers, including center-based providers, family child-care homes, and multi-site operators in Illinois.

What you must do

Review and update existing discipline policies to align with new tobacco regulations and train staff accordingly.

Deadline

Not specified in the provided text.

Source: https://ilga.gov/Legislation/RegularSession/HB?SessionId=114

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