HB4625

LOW POP TWP DIST DISSOLUTION

Introduced·1/27/26
Introduced Text

Dissolves townships in Illinois with a population under 500, transferring their powers and duties to the county.

The bill dissolves all townships in Illinois with a population less than 500, effective January 1, 2029. The county containing the geographic boundaries of the dissolving township assumes the powers, duties, and obligations of the dissolved township, excluding those of the township's road district. The county must use all real and personal property, and any other assets, together with all personnel, contractual obligations, and liabilities of the dissolving township solely on behalf of the residents of the geographic area within the boundaries of the dissolved township.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

D
1
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jul 9

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Rita Mayfield

May 5

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Brandun Schweizer

May 5

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Coffey, Jr.