HB4403

EPA-MEDICAL WASTE SHIPPING

Final Passage·5/21/26

Illinois HB4403 amends the Environmental Protection Act to regulate the handling of potentially infectious medical waste.

HB4403 amends the Environmental Protection Act to establish stricter regulations on the handling of potentially infectious medical waste. It prohibits the disposal of such waste and mandates permits for its transportation, storage, treatment, or transfer. The bill introduces fees for waste transportation and requires manifests for waste shipments. It also specifies conditions under which certain waste handling activities are exempt from permit requirements. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

DDDD
4
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 28

2:00 PM

Senate Public Health Committee Hearing

Feb 24

4:00 PM

House Energy & Environment Committee Hearing

History

Jun 18

House

Sent to the Governor

May 21

Senate

Third Reading - Passed; 059-000-000

May 21

House

Passed Both Houses