David J. Braun

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But the acknowledgments were something new. I'm sad Dad never got to read it, but thankful for the opportunity to write it. It was unusually special to me that my son got a hold of the book before I did - and my wife was kind enough to send me this:

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The 19th ed. of the IL School Law Survey authored by @DavidBraunFPC &published by the @ILschoolboards is now available.

The 19th ed. reflects legislation & court decisions through Jan 1, 26.

You can purchase a copy exclusively through the IASB Bookstore: https://t.co/A3rv1YsfQ4

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The #DOJ issued regulations requiring state and local government bodies to make their websites and mobile content accessible for people with disabilities. Late last month, the DOJ published the “Rule” extending the compliance deadline.
Read more here: https://t.co/MlJIGBKtJ1

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Super cool.

[Brandon K. Wright @BrandonKWright]

Always love my time at LRP’s National Institute! And great to share this week with special education colleagues from around the country!

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On 3-26-26 Dept. of Ed., OCR, resolved a case with Faulkner University.

This is a reminder for school admins preparing student handbooks for the 26-27 school year, reviewing Board policies, and updating websites.

Read more here: https://t.co/0J35KGx7CY #Education #TitleIX #OCR

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(1/2) On April 7, 2026, the #NLRB issued its decision in Prime Communications, LP, reaffirming the Board’s 2023 decision in McLaren concerning severance agreement confidentiality and non-disparagement provisions.

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The Illinois Council of School Attorneys & @ILschoolboards recently updated their sample SPED Procedures to reflect changes in the IL School Code and SPED regulations.

Read more about the updated procedures: https://t.co/FymBg2iYsH #SPED #SchoolCode #Illinois

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Two recent reports - A @CivicFederation report details the history of #TIFdistricts nationally and in Illinois, their fiscal effects, and related debates. The Maria Pappas report, analyzes the rise in TIFs & their revenues.

Read more here: https://t.co/QpHCqoc6wb #PropertyTax

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(1/2) In a recent decision, the Illinois Appellate Court found in favor of the Village of Winfield (the “Village”) when two local school districts challenged the Village’s formation of a tax increment financing (“TIF”) district.

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The U.S. DOJ concluded its years-long investigation into the #seclusion and #restraint practices of Special School District of St. Louis County, finding that the District’s practices violated Title II of the ADA.

Read the key takeaways: https://t.co/F7dOcuE52j

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On February 26, 2026 the EEOC Narrowed Federal Sector Bathroom Protections and the DOL Proposes New Independent Contractor Rule

These developments signal a shift in federal enforcement priorities, and highlight the need for careful policy review.

Read: https://t.co/picpw8Z5oU

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Join us in congratulating Jennifer A. Dunn, Dana Fattore Crumley and Sally Scott as they have been recognized by Crain's Chicago Business as Notable Women in Law for 2026.

Read the full press release here: https://t.co/xlinJ1igDy

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A strong signal of at least an openness to the broadening of due process rights for parents in addressing their children, but also a notable and important carve out to meet the duty to keep children safe. 👇

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(1/3) #SCOTUS issued a decision yesterday, in Mirabelli v. Bonta, that expands parental rights regarding gender identity transition by their child. The lawsuit involves allegations that California, through its unique law, required public schools -

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Late last year a federal judge ruled that the tax sale system used by Cook County is unconstitutional, violating the 5th and 8th Amendment.

Read the full alert: https://t.co/ieNdpEGUWW

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(1/3) In Balzer v. Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad Corporation, the Illinois Appellate Court addressed when a Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”) request sent by email is deemed “received” when a public body’s security software quarantines the message.

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Timely notes below👇👇

[Brandon K. Wright @BrandonKWright]

Important and practical notes from this court decision on FOIA! ⬇️

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(1/4) The Illinois Attorney General’s Public Access Counselor (“PAC”) issued its first binding opinion of 2026, concluding that a village board violated the Illinois Open Meetings Act (“OMA”) when the mayor improperly curtailed a resident’s public comment. PAC Op. 26‑001.

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No one more deserving. I'm lucky to be able to work with someone so dedicated to making the world a better place.

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(1/3) Franczek P.C. is pleased to announce that Nicki Bazer has been named the 2026 recipient of the Shelli Anderson Legacy Award for Excellence in School Law. The Shelli Anderson Legacy Award is presented annually by the IASPA -

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(1/2) NLRB is back to operating after recent confirmations restored a quorum and a new General Counsel. While the Board can once again issue decisions, it currently lacks the votes needed to overturn significant union-friendly decisions from the prior administration.

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(1/3) The team here at Franczek has been tracking laws impacting schools that have passed in the Illinois legislature over the course of the past year. The following alert highlights laws that were passed in 2025, some of which are already in effect -