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In Illinois, a House committee has approved a controversial plan to introduce state oversight for homeschooling. The proposal, HB2827, received support along party lines, sparking intense debate. Under this bill, homeschooling families must inform school districts of their decision, and parents need at least a high school diploma. Concerns about potential inadequate education could lead authorities to request teaching materials and student work as proof. This move has led hundreds of homeschooling parents and students to gather in Springfield, with over 40,000 witness slips submitted in opposition. The bill continues to evoke strong reactions from various stakeholders.