SB2495

BCENT SUNSET EXTENSION

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Extends the sunset date for the Illinois Business and Community Empowerment Network (BCENT).

SB2495 extends the sunset date for the Illinois Business and Community Empowerment Network (BCENT) from December 31, 2025, to December 31, 2026. BCENT is a program designed to support small businesses and community development. This extension allows the program to continue its operations and initiatives for an additional year.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

113 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 23, 2025

10:00 AM

Health Care Licenses Committee Hearing

Mar 19, 2025

1:30 PM

Licensed Activities Committee Hearing

History

Aug 1, 2025

Senate

Governor Approved

Aug 1, 2025

Senate

Effective Date August 1, 2025; Some Provisions

Aug 1, 2025

Senate

Effective Date January 1, 2026; Some Provisions