Illinois SB2426 amends the Tree Transportation Act to require proof of ownership for transporting trees on state highways.
Illinois SB2426, passed in 2025, amends the Tree Transportation Act by requiring individuals to provide proof of ownership when transporting trees on state highways. The bill defines "tree" as a woody perennial plant used for sawing or processing into lumber, excluding firewood, Christmas trees, and live, viable trees. It mandates that anyone transporting trees must present proof of ownership, which can be set by the Department of Natural Resources by administrative rule. Violators face penalties, including fines and potential seizure of the trees and transportation vehicles.
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