SB2487

HUMAN RIGHTS-IDHR CONFERENCE

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SB2487 amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to make the Department of Human Rights' fact-finding conference discretionary rather than mandatory.

SB2487 amends the Illinois Human Rights Act by changing the procedures for handling civil rights charges. It makes the Department of Human Rights' fact-finding conference discretionary rather than mandatory. The bill provides that if a complainant opts out of the investigation within 60 days of receiving notice, the Department must cease its investigation and the complainant can file a civil action. The bill also details the process for notifying parties, responding to charges, and conducting investigations.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

38 Yea

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18 Nay

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3 Not Voting

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Calendar

May 28, 2025

4:00 PM

Judiciary Committee Hearing

May 21, 2025

8:00 AM

Judiciary - Civil Committee Hearing

History

Aug 15, 2025

Senate

Governor Approved

Aug 15, 2025

Senate

Effective Date January 1, 2026

Aug 15, 2025

Senate

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0425