Take Action: Climate Education
5/7/24
Action Required
Support climate change education! Take a minute to submit a witness slip supporting HB4895 today, Tuesday, May 7.
HB4895 requires that every Illinois public high school include a unit of instruction addressing climate change in either a required science class or a required social studies class.
Witness slips are a quick and easy way to help show support for the bill. Here are some tips:
In Section I, fill out your information. In the 'Firm/Business or Agency' and 'Title' boxes, enter "Self"
In Section II Representation, enter “Self” into the box
In Section III Position, mark "Proponent"
In Section IV Testimony, mark "Record of Appearance Only"
The Illinois Senate Education Committee will meet Tuesday, May 7, at 2:00 pm to discuss HB4895.
Background
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