HB3005

IDOT-MECHANIC WORKFORCE GOALS

Chamber Passed·4/10/25

Illinois HB3005 mandates the Illinois Department of Transportation to aim for filling at least 85% of authorized mechanic positions each fiscal year.

HB3005 requires the Illinois Department of Transportation to establish a goal of filling at least 85% of all authorized and budgeted mechanic positions annually. The Department must submit a detailed report to the Governor and General Assembly by August 1 each year, outlining efforts to fill these positions, including recruitment strategies. The General Assembly can review this report, request additional information, or hold hearings on the Department's staffing levels and recruitment efforts.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 81–33 · Apr 10, 2025
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Third Reading in House

81 Yea

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33 Nay

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Calendar

Mar 12, 2025

2:00 PM

Labor & Commerce Committee Hearing

Mar 12, 2025

2:01 PM

Wage Policy Study Subcommittee Hearing

History

Oct 30, 2025

House

Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Motion Filed Concur Rep. Marcus C. Evans, Jr.

Oct 30, 2025

House

Senate Floor Amendment No. 3 Motion Filed Concur Rep. Marcus C. Evans, Jr.

Oct 30, 2025

House

Senate Floor Amendment No. 4 Motion Filed Concur Rep. Marcus C. Evans, Jr.