HB1716

Illinois HB1716 amends the Election Code to remove the option for churches or private schools to prohibit electioneering on their property used as.

HB1716 amends the Illinois Election Code by removing the provision that allows churches or private schools to prohibit electioneering on their property used as polling places. The bill mandates that electioneering is permitted on all polling place property beyond the campaign free zone while polls are open. It also requires election officers to place markers 100 feet from each entrance to the polling room used by voters.