HB5057

CRIME VICTIMS-COMPENSATION

Introduced·2/4/26
Introduced Text

Illinois HB5057 amends the Crime Victims Compensation Act to remove reporting time limits and mental health provider certifications for compensation.

HB5057 amends the Crime Victims Compensation Act by removing the requirement to report crimes within 72 hours or 7 days, and the need for mental health provider certifications. It allows for the submission of additional documentation to support compensation claims. The bill also defines terms such as "victim," "crime of violence," and "pecuniary loss," and outlines the types of compensation available, including funeral expenses, relocation costs, and loss of support.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 26

2:00 PM

House Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing

Mar 24

4:00 PM

House Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing

History

Apr 17

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Apr 10

House

Second Reading - Short Debate

Apr 10

House

Held on Calendar Order of Second Reading - Short Debate