HB1589

LIBRARY TRUSTEE-CARD REQUIRED

Introduced·1/22/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB1589 requires library trustees to have a valid library card.

HB1589 amends the Illinois Local Library Act to mandate that candidates for library trustee positions must possess a valid library card for the library in question. This change applies to all candidates in incorporated towns, villages, or townships, ensuring they meet the residency and library card requirements before being certified for the election.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 24

2:00 PM

House Ethics & Elections Committee Hearing

Mar 18

3:00 PM

House Ethics & Elections Committee Hearing

History

Mar 27

House

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

Mar 27

House

House Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 12

House

Assigned to Ethics & Elections