HB4592

ACCEPTANCE OF CASH PAYMENTS

Final Passage·5/19/26

Illinois HB4592 mandates local governments and state agencies to accept cash for transactions up to $500, prohibiting higher prices or fees for cash.

HB4592, known as the Local Governmental Acceptance of Credit Cards and Cash Act, requires local governments and state agencies to accept cash for transactions up to $500. It prohibits these entities from charging higher prices or additional fees for cash payments. The Act also amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to classify violations as unlawful practices. Exceptions include transactions conducted by mail, telephone, or internet, and temporary cash processing issues.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 19
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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6
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 29

5:30 PM

Senate Commerce Committee Hearing

Mar 25

2:00 PM

House Economic Opportunity & Equity Committee Hearing

History

Jun 18

House

Sent to the Governor

May 20

Senate

Added as Alternate Co-Sponsor Sen. Li Arellano, Jr.

May 19

Senate

Third Reading - Passed; 058-000-000