HB1359

ILLINOIS NATIVE LANDSCAPES ACT

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

Illinois Native Landscapes Act prohibits local governments from restricting native species on private property.

The Illinois Native Landscapes Act prevents local governments from enacting or enforcing ordinances that restrict the growth of Illinois native species on private property. This includes prohibiting or unreasonably limiting the voluntary growth of native species or the installation and maintenance of native landscaping. Native landscaping can be in any area, including front, back, or side yards, or on farms, rural properties, corporate campuses, school campuses, and large estates.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
3
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 18, 2025

4:00 PM

Cities & Villages Committee Hearing

Mar 11, 2025

4:00 PM

Cities & Villages Committee Hearing

History

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 5, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anne Stava

Feb 18, 2025

House

Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Joyce Mason