SB2158

ELEC CD-OPEN PRIMARY ELECTIONS

Introduced·2/7/25
Introduced Text

Illinois SB2158 amends the Election Code to ensure voters are not required to provide their social security number when applying for a ballot.

Illinois SB2158 amends the Election Code to clarify that individuals are not required to provide their social security number when applying for a ballot. It also states that voters cannot be denied a ballot or have their ballot challenged solely because of their refusal to provide this information. The bill includes provisions for absentee voting, vote by mail ballots, and the handling of rejected ballots. It specifies the requirements for candidates to file nomination petitions and the number of signatures needed.

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Current
Assignments Committee
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Committee decision

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History

May 22

Senate

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

May 15

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026

Apr 24

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026