HB3408

COLOR VISION TESTING

Final Passage·5/30/26

Illinois HB3408 mandates color discrimination tests in all vision screening services under the Child Vision and Hearing Test Act.

HB3408 amends the Child Vision and Hearing Test Act to require color discrimination tests in all vision screening services. The Department of Public Health must adopt rules implementing this requirement before January 1, 2027. This change aims to ensure comprehensive vision assessments for children.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 30
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 28

8:00 AM

House Public Health Committee Hearing

May 5

2:00 PM

Senate Education Committee Hearing

History

Jun 26

House

Sent to the Governor

Jun 1

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Mattie Hunter

May 31

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton