HB1385

ETHICS-LOBBYING RESTRICTION

Introduced·1/15/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB1385 amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act to restrict lobbying activities by former state officers and employees.

HB1385 amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act to impose restrictions on lobbying activities by former state officers and employees. Specifically, it prohibits certain former officers, members, and state employees from engaging in lobbying activities at the state level for a specified period after leaving office. The bill also mandates that Inspector Generals make written determinations on whether former officers or employees can accept employment or compensation from entities they were involved with during their tenure.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Jun 29

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Patrick Windhorst

Apr 8, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jason R. Bunting

Mar 26, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Charles Meier