HB4534

DCFS-ABUSED CHILD-GROOMING

Chamber Passed·4/15/26

Illinois HB4534 amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act to redefine "abused child" and "neglected child" and includes grooming for.

HB4534 amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act by redefining "abused child" and "neglected child." An "abused child" is now defined as a child subjected to physical or emotional harm by a parent, family member, or caregiver, or who is groomed for a romantic or sexual relationship. A "neglected child" is defined as a child not receiving necessary nourishment or medical treatment, or who is placed in a harmful environment. The bill also includes grooming for romantic or sexual relationships as a form of child abuse.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · Apr 15
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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4
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 26

2:00 PM

Senate Education Committee Hearing

Mar 18

3:00 PM

House Adoption & Child Welfare Committee Hearing

History

May 28

Senate

Second Reading

May 28

Senate

Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading May 29, 2026

May 26

Senate

Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Adopted