HB1352

MULTI-COUNTY VET ASSISTANCE

Chamber Passed·4/9/25

Illinois HB1352 establishes multi-county Veterans Assistance Commissions to provide assistance to military veterans and their families.

HB1352 allows veteran service organizations in counties with populations of 60,000 or less to form multi-county Veterans Assistance Commissions. These commissions will provide assistance to veterans and their families, including representation in benefit applications and appeals. The bill outlines the powers, duties, and funding mechanisms for these commissions, including the ability to levy taxes and receive state aid. It also details the selection and appointment process for commission superintendents and the administration of benefits and services.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 114–0 · Apr 9, 2025
Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

Third Reading in House

114 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Not Voting

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Calendar

Apr 8, 2025

3:00 PM

Veterans' Affairs Committee Hearing

Mar 18, 2025

4:00 PM

Veterans' Affairs Committee Hearing

History

May 22, 2025

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Mark L. Walker

May 21, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michelle Mussman

May 20, 2025

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Darby A. Hills