SB2986

CD CORR-PRISONER GANG TATTOO

Introduced·1/29/26
Introduced Text

Illinois SB2986 establishes a 5-year pilot program to remove gang tattoos for committed persons in three correctional institutions.

Illinois SB2986 amends the Unified Code of Corrections to create a 5-year pilot program in three Department of Corrections institutions. The program allows committed persons with gang tattoos to have them removed by licensed medical professionals or certified body artists. If the committed person has at least $500 in their Residents' Benefit Fund, the cost of removal is charged to the fund; if the balance is less than $500, the removal is free.

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History

Mar 31

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Adriane Johnson

Mar 27

Senate

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

Mar 26

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura