6/26/06-Gov. Rod Blagojevich signed a bill Saturday, June 24, that could take high school dropouts’ driving privileges away until they re-enroll or turn 18 years old.
The new law, previously HB1463, also authorizes licenses to be revoked of students who miss 10 percent or more of the previous 180 school days without valid cause. Valid causes for absences include illness or a death in the family.
The new law takes effect July 1.

4/3/06-The Senate unanimously approved a bill that would take high school dropouts driving privileges away until they re-enroll or turn 18 years old.
Sponsored by Sen. Frank Watson, R-Greenville, HB1463 also would revoke licenses of students with 18 or more unexcused absences.
The bill, which was already approved by the House, has been forwarded to Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s desk.
For bill status, call (217) 782-5799. In Illinois, call 1-800-252-6300.

3/20/06-The Senate Transportation Committee unanimously approved a bill March 15 that would take high school dropouts driving privileges away until they re-enroll or turn 18 years old.
HB1463 also would revoke licenses of students with 18 or more unexcused absences.
The bill is awaiting a vote before the full Senate. It passed the House earlier this month.
For bill status, call (217) 782-5799. In Illinois, call 1-800-252-6300.