HB5494

STROKE CARE MODERNIZATION

Final Passage·5/21/26

Modernizes stroke care in Illinois by updating hospital designations and data collection.

Illinois HB5494 updates stroke care by revising hospital designations for stroke centers and acute stroke-ready hospitals. It mandates that hospitals maintain certification from nationally recognized bodies to retain their designations. The bill also establishes a State Stroke Advisory Subcommittee to advise on stroke care standards. It requires hospitals to report stroke data, which is kept confidential and not used in civil actions. The Department of Public Health oversees the designation process, including granting and revoking designations based on compliance with stroke care standards.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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8
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 5

2:00 PM

Senate Public Health Committee Hearing

Mar 19

10:00 AM

House Health Care Licenses Committee Hearing

History

Jun 18

House

Sent to the Governor

May 21

Senate

Third Reading - Passed; 056-000-000

May 21

House

Passed Both Houses