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2024 Title IX Regulations Struck Down

On January 9th, a federal district court in Kentucky invalidated the 2024 Title IX regulations nationwide, ruling them unlawful for exceeding the Department of Education’s authority, violating the Constitution, and being arbitrarily and capriciously enacted. Read more here.

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Electronic Bidding for Construction Contracts Now Permitted Under Recent Amendment to the Public Community College Act

The Illinois General Assembly amended Section 3-27.1 of the Public Community College Act to permit electronic submission of sealed construction bids, provided they comply with bid document authorization, electronic security measures, and secure receipt procedures. Read more here.

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Robbins Schwartz Attorneys Recognized as a Leading Lawyer for 2025

Congratulations to Robbins Schwartz attorneys for being recognized as Leading Lawyers for 2025.

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Robbins Schwartz Achieves Mansfield Certification for the Second Consecutive Year

Robbins Schwartz is committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion where everyone feels respected, is treated fairly, and has the opportunity to succeed.

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The Future of the 2024 Title IX Regulations: What to Do Now and What to Expect

On April 19, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education under President Biden’s Administration released its regulations implementing Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The 2024 Regulations, which went into effect on August 1, 2024, significantly changed the Title IX regulations that were implemented under President Trump’s Administration in 2020. Given the results of the Presidential election, the 2024 Regulations face an uncertain future.

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Appellate Court Clarifies 2016 School Code Changes in Property Detachment Evidence

In 2016, significant statutory changes were made to how certain evidence is to be considered in situations where property owners seek to detach their property from one school district and annex to another.

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Sep 9, 2024 | Law Alerts,  News

Amendment to Notice Requirements in Illinois Truth in Taxation Law: What You Need to Know

The Illinois General Assembly recently amended the notice requirements within the Truth in Taxation Law (the “Law”). 35 ILCS 200/18-55 et seq. The Law requires taxing districts to estimate the amount of money needed from property taxes at least 20 days prior to adoption of their final annual levy.
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Aug 20, 2024 | Law Alerts,  News

Significant Amendment to Illinois Personnel Record Review Act Coming January 1, 2025

On August 2, 2024, Governor Pritzker signed into law Public Act 103-0727, which amends the Illinois Personnel Record Review Act. The amendment refines the requirements for making a valid personnel record request and expands employers’ obligations when turning over an employee’s personnel records. The amendment goes into effect on January 1, 2025. Read more here.
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Jul 24, 2024 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,  Firm News

National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month – July 2024

Learn more about National Mental Health Awareness Month through our latest DEI spotlight.
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Jul 18, 2024 | In Brief,  News

2025 Consolidated Primary and Consolidated Elections Dates

The Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE) recently released an Abbreviated Calendar of Dates for the 2025 Consolidated Primary Election and the 2025 Consolidated Election. Learn more here.
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Jun 20, 2024 | Firm News

Now Available: 2024 Title IX Regulations Compliance Package for Illinois Higher Education Institutions

We are pleased to announce that Robbins Schwartz Title IX attorneys have prepared a comprehensive Compliance Package to assist Illinois colleges and universities in preparing for implementation of new Regulations. The Compliance Package is now available for purchase. Learn more here.
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Jun 20, 2024 | Firm News

Now Available: 2024 Title IX Regulations Compliance Package for K-12 School Districts

We are pleased to announce that Robbins Schwartz Title IX attorneys have prepared a comprehensive Compliance Package to assist school districts in preparing for implementation of the new Regulations. The Compliance Package is now available for purchase. Learn more here.
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Jun 19, 2024 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,  Firm News

Juneteenth – June 19, 2024

This Juneteenth, we reflect on freedom, resilience, and embracing unity.
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Jun 11, 2024 | Law Alerts,  News

PTAB Rejects Taxpayer Efforts to Keep Taxing Districts Out of Property Tax Appeals

The Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) recently rejected a taxpayer’s efforts to dismiss taxing districts from a property tax appeal. Read more about this update in our latest law alert.
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Jun 5, 2024 | Law Alerts,  News

Sunset Provision Set to Expire, May Limit Broad School District Authority to Make Interfund Transfers

With the provisions of Section 17-2A going back to authorizing interfund transfers for only one-time, non-recurring expenses, school districts may be limited to only transferring between funds when the transfer is for a specified purpose. Read more about this update in our latest law alert.
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Jun 1, 2024 | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion,  Firm News

Celebrating Pride Month – June 2024

Learn more about Pride Month through our latest DEI spotlight.
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