Illinois HB2514 amends the Illinois Prescribed Burning Act to limit liability for landowners and certified burn managers.

Illinois HB2514 amends the Illinois Prescribed Burning Act to establish procedures for conducting prescribed burns. It declares that prescribed burning is in the public interest and does not constitute a nuisance when conducted in compliance with the Act. The bill limits liability for landowners and certified burn managers, exempting them from liability unless proven grossly negligent. It requires obtaining landowner consent, having a written prescription, and notifying emergency services and adjoining property owners before conducting a burn. Effective immediately upon becoming law.

Illinois HB2514 amends the Illinois Prescribed Burning Act to limit liability for landowners and certified burn managers.

Illinois HB2514 amends the Illinois Prescribed Burning Act to establish procedures for conducting prescribed burns. It declares that prescribed burning is in the public interest and does not constitute a nuisance when conducted in compliance with the Act. The bill limits liability for landowners and certified burn managers, exempting them from liability unless proven grossly negligent. It requires obtaining landowner consent, having a written prescription, and notifying emergency services and adjoining property owners before conducting a burn. Effective immediately upon becoming law.