Some critics argue pushing the bell back later would create a logistical nightmare for buses and for parents' work schedules

We'd all probably love a few extra minutes to sleep in every morning, and if a new proposal in Springfield becomes law, Illinois could make that a reality for teens. An Illinois state lawmaker has proposed legislation to require high schools to start classes no earlier than 8:45 a.

A bill that would repeal the 2023 law changing school start times has passed a committee in the state Senate and could be on its way to passage.

Some look to start school later Legislation is being discussed in Springfield that would delay the high school start time to 8:45 a.m. Supporters told the House Education Policy Committee that students that get eight hours of sleep succeed in classes and experience better mental health.