HB4258

EMERGING ADULT SENTENCING

Introduced·12/19/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB4258 establishes a sentencing alternative for emerging adults aged 18-25 convicted of certain non-violent felonies.

HB4258, the Emerging Adult Sentencing Act, introduces a sentencing alternative for young adults aged 18-25 convicted of specific non-violent felonies. This Act allows courts to sentence eligible defendants to probation at community-based residential workforce development centers instead of incarceration. The program aims to provide holistic, developmentally appropriate supports and services in a community setting, focusing on rehabilitation and addressing underlying issues such as poverty, instability, trauma, and lack of social and emotional services.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 26

8:00 AM

House Restorative Justice & Public Safety Committee Hearing

Mar 20

8:00 AM

House Restorative Justice & Public Safety Committee Hearing

History

Apr 17

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Apr 17

House

House Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Apr 17

House

House Floor Amendment No. 2 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee