HB2961

BEST INTEREST OF THE STATE ACT

Chamber Passed·4/10/25

Illinois HB2961 mandates diversity and inclusion in state construction projects.

Illinois HB2961, known as the Best Interest of the State Act, requires collective bargaining units, contractors, and subcontractors participating in project labor agreements to meet specific diversity and equity standards. These include employing a percentage of workers who meet definitions under the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act and the Veterans Preference in Private Employment Act, or reflecting the demographic makeup of the county where the project is located.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 84–27 · Apr 10, 2025
Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Third Reading in House

84 Yea

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27 Nay

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2 Not Voting

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Calendar

Apr 9, 2025

3:00 PM

Labor & Commerce Committee Hearing

Mar 12, 2025

2:00 PM

Labor & Commerce Committee Hearing

History

May 28

Senate

Alternate Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. Lakesia Collins

Apr 16, 2025

Senate

Alternate Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. Willie Preston

Apr 16, 2025

Senate

Alternate Chief Sponsor Changed to Sen. Lakesia Collins