SB3297

ELEC CD-POLLING PLACES

Introduced·2/3/26
Introduced Text

SB3297 amends Illinois Election Code to regulate pollwatchers and campaign free zones at polling places.

SB3297 amends the Illinois Election Code to establish rules for pollwatchers and campaign free zones at polling places. It allows established political parties, candidates, and certain civic organizations to appoint pollwatchers, who must be registered Illinois voters. Pollwatchers can observe election proceedings but must not interfere with voting. The bill also mandates the creation of campaign free zones around polling places, prohibiting electioneering within 100 feet of polling entrances. Exceptions allow for electioneering beyond these zones on public property.

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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