HB1597

FACILITY-TRANSFER & DISCHARGE

Complete·8/15/25

Illinois HB1597 amends the Assisted Living and Shared Housing Act to enhance resident rights and protections.

Illinois HB1597 amends the Assisted Living and Shared Housing Act to strengthen resident rights and protections. It mandates that residents have the right to not be unlawfully transferred or discharged and outlines specific conditions under which a transfer or discharge can occur. The bill also requires facilities to provide a 30-day notice for involuntary termination of residency, except in emergencies. Additionally, it establishes procedures for facilities to follow when a resident is deemed unlawfully discharged and requires facilities to comply with Department orders to readmit residents.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

58 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Not Voting

D

Calendar

Apr 29, 2025

3:30 PM

Health and Human Services Committee Hearing

Mar 20, 2025

4:00 PM

Human Services Committee Hearing

History

Aug 15, 2025

House

Governor Approved

Aug 15, 2025

House

Effective Date January 1, 2026

Aug 15, 2025

House

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0191