SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — A new Illinois law will help guide the use of artificial intelligence in schools.

The legislation requires the Illinois State Board of Education to develop statewide guidance for districts and teachers on the use of AI in elementary and secondary education.

"It specifies what information should be included in the guidance and establishes July 1, 2026, as a deadline for the State Board of Education to publish the guidance," said Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield).

This guidance will include explanations of basic AI concepts and specific ways the technology can be used at the district, school and classroom levels. It also calls for guidance on how districts and teachers can evaluate and address bias, privacy, transparency and risk assessment for the use of

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