Senator Lightford pushes for truancy in Illinois
Senator Lightford pushes for truancy in Illinois
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When Colorado lowered the compulsory school age from 7 to 5 it helped raise attendance and third-grade test scores. Illinois is now looking to do something similar. Illinois State Senator Kimberly Lightford is sponsoring the bill and explains why she thinks the legislation is needed.