HB4534

DCFS-ABUSED CHILD-GROOMING

Final Passage·5/31/26

Illinois HB4534 amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act to redefine "abused child" and "neglected child" and to include grooming as a.

HB4534 amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act by redefining "abused child" and "neglected child" to include children subjected to grooming for romantic or sexual relationships. The bill also specifies that a child should not be considered abused or neglected solely for being relinquished under the Abandoned Newborn Infant Protection Act or for being left in the care of an adult relative. The act takes effect immediately.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 31
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 30

3:00 PM

House Adoption & Child Welfare Committee Hearing

May 26

2:00 PM

Senate Education Committee Hearing

History

Jun 26

House

Sent to the Governor

May 31

House

Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 House Concurs 117-000-000

May 31

House

House Concurs