SB0202

NO MEETINGS ON ELECTION DAYS

Introduced·1/22/25
Introduced Text

Illinois SB0202 prohibits local government meetings on election days.

Illinois SB0202 amends the Open Meetings Act to prohibit units of local government from holding or scheduling meetings on election days, including general primary, general, consolidated primary, and consolidated elections. This prohibition also applies to home rule units, limiting their powers in accordance with the Illinois Constitution. The bill aims to ensure that local government meetings do not conflict with voting days.

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History

Apr 11, 2025

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 9, 2025

Apr 11, 2025

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

Mar 21, 2025

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 11, 2025