SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) -- A new Illinois law will make it easier for parents or guardians to see their kids' mental health records.

House Bill 2994 gives parents of students receiving special education services access to their child's mental health records regarding the service the parents consent to on the child's behalf, Illinois State Senator Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) said.

“Families deserve straightforward access to essential information that impacts their child’s educational success and mental well-being,” Koehler said. “This law ensures parents and caregivers have the tools to understand their child’s mental health needs better, and advocate effectively for their education.”

Koehler said the previous law made access to the records unclear or limited as children grew older. He said

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