HB1605

REAL PROP CONSERVATION RIGHTS

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HB1605 amends the Real Property Conservation Rights Act to expand the scope of conservation rights to include preserving cultural heritage sites.

HB1605 amends the Real Property Conservation Rights Act to include preserving cultural heritage sites within the definition of conservation rights. It allows any owner of real property in Illinois to convey a conservation right to a federally recognized Indian tribe, a State-recognized Indian tribe, or a not-for-profit corporation or trust. Conservation rights can be enforced in court and may include restrictions on activities such as altering topography, removing vegetation, or affecting drainage. The bill also defines "Federally recognized Indian tribe" and "State-recognized Indian tribe.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

54 Yea

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3 Nay

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2 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 7, 2025

3:30 PM

Judiciary Committee Hearing

Mar 12, 2025

10:00 AM

Executive Committee Hearing

History

Aug 1, 2025

House

Governor Approved

Aug 1, 2025

House

Effective Date January 1, 2026

Aug 1, 2025

House

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0049