104th General Assembly·12,150 bills
Track legislation moving through Illinois. Browse 12,150 bills and resolutions during the 104th General Assembly, each with a plain-language summary, current status from introduction to enactment, sponsors, and voting history.
Amends the Wildlife Code. Provides that, if the Department of Natural Resources is using its sharpshooting program to manage chronic wasting disease in a deer herd that is found in a specified area or county in the State and if no cases of that disease have been identified in that herd in the preceding 3 calendar years, then the Department shall end the use of that program to manage that disease in that area or county. Provides, however, that the program may be reinstituted within the area or county if chronic wasting disease is again identified in that herd.
Amends the Wildlife Code. Provides that, if the Department of Natural Resources is using its sharpshooting program to manage chronic wasting disease in a deer herd that is found in a specified area or county in the State and if no cases of that disease have been identified in that herd in the preceding 3 calendar years, then the Department shall end the use of that program to manage that disease in that area or county. Provides, however, that the program may be reinstituted within the area or county if chronic wasting disease is again identified in that herd.
Mourns the passing of Roxie Lee "Rocky" Frederick Jr.
Amends the State Treasurer Act. Provides that the State Treasurer may establish and administer a non-profit investment pool and an electronic payment processing program to supplement and enhance investment opportunities and secure electronic payment options otherwise available to not-for-profit corporations in the State. Provides that the Treasurer may receive funds paid into the pool for the purpose of holding and investing those funds. Provides for surety bonds payable to not-for-profit corporations who participate in the pool. Provides that the Treasurer shall adopt rules for the efficient administration of the pool.
Amends the State Treasurer Act. Provides that the State Treasurer may establish and administer a non-profit investment pool and an electronic payment processing program to supplement and enhance investment opportunities and secure electronic payment options otherwise available to not-for-profit corporations in the State. Provides that the Treasurer may receive funds paid into the pool for the purpose of holding and investing those funds. Provides for surety bonds payable to not-for-profit corporations who participate in the pool. Provides that the Treasurer shall adopt rules for the efficient administration of the pool.
Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes: Removes language concerning crisis assistance funding that were included with the amendatory provisions concerning the waiver of TANF work and self-sufficiency requirements for individuals who are the victims of domestic or sexual violence. Instead amends an existing statutory provision regarding crisis assistance funds for families who have become homeless due to domestic or sexual violence. Requires the Department of Human Services to inform such families, during their application for TANF, on the availability of crisis assistance funding. Provides that the Department shall provide no less than $1,250 to eligible families for up to 4 months. Provides that the provisions of the bill are subject to the civil remedies outlined in the Public Assistance Fraud Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code.
Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes: Removes language concerning crisis assistance funding that were included with the amendatory provisions concerning the waiver of TANF work and self-sufficiency requirements for individuals who are the victims of domestic or sexual violence. Instead amends an existing statutory provision regarding crisis assistance funds for families who have become homeless due to domestic or sexual violence. Requires the Department of Human Services to inform such families, during their application for TANF, on the availability of crisis assistance funding. Provides that the Department shall provide no less than $1,250 to eligible families for up to 4 months. Provides that the provisions of the bill are subject to the civil remedies outlined in the Public Assistance Fraud Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code.
Encourages the implementation of a program in K-8 schools to mandate student education on topics of neurodivergence to reinforce Illinois' commitment to providing access to an inclusive future for all students and a safe space for all families in education, cognizant of all neurological backgrounds.
Encourages the implementation of a program in K-8 schools to mandate student education on topics of neurodivergence to reinforce Illinois' commitment to providing access to an inclusive future for all students and a safe space for all families in education, cognizant of all neurological backgrounds.
Affirms the value of incorporating age-appropriate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and life-saving skills into the curriculum for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Recognizes that collaboration with medical providers and emergency response organizations could prove beneficial to the development of guidelines and resources, ensuring these age appropriate lessons are delivered effectively and safely. Recognizes that the prioritization of interactive, hands-on learning opportunities have proven effective in engaging students and making lessons impactful while maintaining adherence to safety standards. Recognizes the importance of making life-saving education an integral part of preparing young people to be not only good students but also responsible and compassionate citizens capable of responding effectively in times of crisis.
Affirms the value of incorporating age-appropriate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and life-saving skills into the curriculum for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Recognizes that collaboration with medical providers and emergency response organizations could prove beneficial to the development of guidelines and resources, ensuring these age appropriate lessons are delivered effectively and safely. Recognizes that the prioritization of interactive, hands-on learning opportunities have proven effective in engaging students and making lessons impactful while maintaining adherence to safety standards. Recognizes the importance of making life-saving education an integral part of preparing young people to be not only good students but also responsible and compassionate citizens capable of responding effectively in times of crisis.
Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Provides that, notwithstanding any provision of the Act, any rule adopted under the Act, or any term or condition in any permit issued under the Act, each natural gas-fired peaker power plant in the State may, to the extent allowed by federal law, be operated on up to a continuous basis beginning on the effective date of the amendatory Act and until 30 days after the date upon which the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency first posts on its website a notice that it has determined, based on data supplied to it annually by the Illinois Power Agency, that at least 21,000 MWe of new utility-scale renewable power generation capacity has been brought online in the State. Directs the Environmental Protection Agency to adopt any rules and to amend any existing permits as necessary to implement the provisions added by the amendatory Act. Effective immediately.
Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Provides that, notwithstanding any provision of the Act, any rule adopted under the Act, or any term or condition in any permit issued under the Act, each natural gas-fired peaker power plant in the State may, to the extent allowed by federal law, be operated on up to a continuous basis beginning on the effective date of the amendatory Act and until 30 days after the date upon which the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency first posts on its website a notice that it has determined, based on data supplied to it annually by the Illinois Power Agency, that at least 21,000 MWe of new utility-scale renewable power generation capacity has been brought online in the State. Directs the Environmental Protection Agency to adopt any rules and to amend any existing permits as necessary to implement the provisions added by the amendatory Act. Effective immediately.
Declares October 20, 2025 as Diwali Day.
Commends Sgt. Allen James Lynch on his military service and on his dedication to serving the veterans of the State of Illinois.
Commends Sgt. Allen James Lynch on his military service and on his dedication to serving the veterans of the State of Illinois.
Amends the Child Care Act of 1969. Provides that a licensed day care center shall not disclose or threaten to disclose to any other person, entity, or agency information regarding or relating to the actual or perceived citizenship or immigration status of a child or an associated person, unless disclosure is required by State or federal law. Requires the Department of Children and Family Services or the Department of Early Childhood, as is applicable, to make available on its website specified resources for families. Provides that, if a child's parent or guardian directly faces immigration enforcement action, a licensed day care center shall use the child's emergency contact information and release the child to the persons designated as the child's emergency contacts or into the custody of an individual who presents a properly executed appointment of short-term guardian form on behalf of the child. Sets forth provisions requiring a licensed day care center to adopt certain policies concerning consent to disclosure. Provides that the policies shall not have the effect of excluding or discouraging a child from any program at the licensed day care center because of the actual or perceived immigration status of the child or the child's parent or guardian. Establishes enforcement provisions for violations of disclosure provisions. Effective immediately.
Amends the Child Care Act of 1969. Provides that a licensed day care center shall not disclose or threaten to disclose to any other person, entity, or agency information regarding or relating to the actual or perceived citizenship or immigration status of a child or an associated person, unless disclosure is required by State or federal law. Requires the Department of Children and Family Services or the Department of Early Childhood, as is applicable, to make available on its website specified resources for families. Provides that, if a child's parent or guardian directly faces immigration enforcement action, a licensed day care center shall use the child's emergency contact information and release the child to the persons designated as the child's emergency contacts or into the custody of an individual who presents a properly executed appointment of short-term guardian form on behalf of the child. Sets forth provisions requiring a licensed day care center to adopt certain policies concerning consent to disclosure. Provides that the policies shall not have the effect of excluding or discouraging a child from any program at the licensed day care center because of the actual or perceived immigration status of the child or the child's parent or guardian. Establishes enforcement provisions for violations of disclosure provisions. Effective immediately.
Mourns the death of Linda N. Hoefert of Mount Prospect.
Commends D. Court Harris on his eight years of service as chairman of the Chicago Executive Airport Board. Wishes him all the best in his future endeavors.
Commends D. Court Harris on his eight years of service as chairman of the Chicago Executive Airport Board. Wishes him all the best in his future endeavors.
Amends the Public Utilities Act. Removes provisions prohibiting the construction of new nuclear power reactors with a nameplate capacity of more than 300 megawatts of electricity to be located within the State until the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security finds that the United States Government has identified and approved a demonstrable technology or means for the disposal of high level nuclear waste.
Amends the Public Utilities Act. Removes provisions prohibiting the construction of new nuclear power reactors with a nameplate capacity of more than 300 megawatts of electricity to be located within the State until the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security finds that the United States Government has identified and approved a demonstrable technology or means for the disposal of high level nuclear waste.
Amends the Pyrotechnic Use Act. Provides that the provision prohibiting the sale and use of fireworks does not apply to D.O.T. Class C common fireworks. Provides that D.O.T. Class C common fireworks may only be purchased by individuals over the age of 18. Provides that fireworks may only be discharged by individuals over the age of 18. Repeals provisions concerning fireworks consumer display permits. Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act, and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Provides that, beginning on January 1, 2026, each month the Department of Revenue shall pay into the Fire Prevention Fund 50% of the net revenue realized for the preceding month from the tax imposed on the selling price of D.O.T. Class C common fireworks. Effective immediately, except that provisions amending the Pyrotechnic Use Act take effect on January 1, 2026.
Amends the Pyrotechnic Use Act. Provides that the provision prohibiting the sale and use of fireworks does not apply to D.O.T. Class C common fireworks. Provides that D.O.T. Class C common fireworks may only be purchased by individuals over the age of 18. Provides that fireworks may only be discharged by individuals over the age of 18. Repeals provisions concerning fireworks consumer display permits. Amends the Use Tax Act, the Service Use Tax Act, the Service Occupation Tax Act, and the Retailers' Occupation Tax Act. Provides that, beginning on January 1, 2026, each month the Department of Revenue shall pay into the Fire Prevention Fund 50% of the net revenue realized for the preceding month from the tax imposed on the selling price of D.O.T. Class C common fireworks. Effective immediately, except that provisions amending the Pyrotechnic Use Act take effect on January 1, 2026.
Recognizes and expresses gratitude to the Office of the Illinois Attorney General and Attorney General Kwame Raoul for their exceptional devotion, leadership, and perseverance in defending democracy and freedoms through the courts. Acknowledges that the most effective instrument for the protection of democracy and civil liberties in the last nine months has been litigation, and that the Attorney General and his team have been incredibly effective in their defense of the State's democracy. Recognizes the Office of the Illinois Attorney General's filing of a lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop the unlawful deployment of the National Guard in Illinois, challenging federal invocation of 10 U.S.C. § 12406, the Posse Comitatus Act, and the Tenth Amendment, is a case of national significance in protecting state sovereignty and civil liberties. Encourages the Office of the Illinois Attorney General to continue steadfastly engaging in litigation as necessary to uphold democracy and freedoms.
Recognizes and expresses gratitude to the Office of the Illinois Attorney General and Attorney General Kwame Raoul for their exceptional devotion, leadership, and perseverance in defending democracy and freedoms through the courts. Acknowledges that the most effective instrument for the protection of democracy and civil liberties in the last nine months has been litigation, and that the Attorney General and his team have been incredibly effective in their defense of the State's democracy. Recognizes the Office of the Illinois Attorney General's filing of a lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop the unlawful deployment of the National Guard in Illinois, challenging federal invocation of 10 U.S.C. § 12406, the Posse Comitatus Act, and the Tenth Amendment, is a case of national significance in protecting state sovereignty and civil liberties. Encourages the Office of the Illinois Attorney General to continue steadfastly engaging in litigation as necessary to uphold democracy and freedoms.
Declares February 3, 2026 as Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome Awareness Day.
Declares February 3, 2026 as Topical Steroid Withdrawal Syndrome Awareness Day.
Congratulates Jeff Kolbus of Edwards on being elected the 2025 president-elect of the Illinois Realtors Association.
Congratulates Jeff Kolbus of Edwards on being elected the 2025 president-elect of the Illinois Realtors Association.
Declares October 2025 as Hindu Heritage Month in the State of Illinois. Encourages the residents of Illinois to recognize and celebrate the vibrant contributions of the Hindu community to the social, cultural, and economic fabric of the State.
Declares October 2025 as Hindu Heritage Month in the State of Illinois. Encourages the residents of Illinois to recognize and celebrate the vibrant contributions of the Hindu community to the social, cultural, and economic fabric of the State.
Commends The Rockford Anthology for its outstanding contribution to Illinois literature and for capturing the enduring spirit of the Rockford community. Commends Editor Rachel León and all contributing authors for their dedication to telling Rockford's story with honesty, compassion, and hope. Wishes them continued success in advancing community storytelling throughout Illinois.
Commends The Rockford Anthology for its outstanding contribution to Illinois literature and for capturing the enduring spirit of the Rockford community. Commends Editor Rachel León and all contributing authors for their dedication to telling Rockford's story with honesty, compassion, and hope. Wishes them continued success in advancing community storytelling throughout Illinois.
Declares November 13, 2025 as Genetic Counselor Appreciation Day in the State of Illinois. Recognizes that the sequencing of the human genome is one of the most significant scientific accomplishments in the past 100 years and expresses support for genetic counselors, who are using this research to improve the lives of many throughout the State.
Declares November 13, 2025 as Genetic Counselor Appreciation Day in the State of Illinois. Recognizes that the sequencing of the human genome is one of the most significant scientific accomplishments in the past 100 years and expresses support for genetic counselors, who are using this research to improve the lives of many throughout the State.
Commends Western Governors University's School of Technology for its outstanding contributions to Illinois' workforce development, economic growth, and educational innovation.
Commends Western Governors University's School of Technology for its outstanding contributions to Illinois' workforce development, economic growth, and educational innovation.
Amends Public Act 103-589 by adding, changing, and repealing various State Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations. Makes appropriations and reappropriations for capital and operating expenditures and other purposes for State Fiscal Year 2026. Some provisions are effective immediately; other provisions are effective July 1, 2025.
Amends Public Act 103-589 by adding, changing, and repealing various State Fiscal Year 2025 appropriations. Makes appropriations and reappropriations for capital and operating expenditures and other purposes for State Fiscal Year 2026. Some provisions are effective immediately; other provisions are effective July 1, 2025.
Congratulates Scott D. Humbard for his successful career, which began in our building and spun outward to encompass 17 states, and the generation of many gigawatts of essential electric energy for America's future.
Congratulates Scott D. Humbard for his successful career, which began in our building and spun outward to encompass 17 states, and the generation of many gigawatts of essential electric energy for America's future.
Amends the Public Utilities Act. In provisions concerning the recovery of costs associated with the provision of delivery and other services, provides that electric utilities shall not require or collect any security deposit, cash deposit, letter of credit, advance payment, or any other equivalent financial assurance from a large demand project applicant who submits a service or interconnection request if that applicant (1) submitted an application for interconnection or service under existing Commission-approved tariffs and (2) is in good standing with the interconnection and construction requirements applicable to the applicant's service request. Provides that electric utilities shall not delay investment to support, provide service, or interconnect large demand project applicants as a result of the changes made by the amendatory provisions. Provides that the amendatory provisions shall not be construed to limit the following: (1) a utility's enforcement of Commission-approved technical standards for interconnection, (2) a utility's enforcement of reasonable milestones for construction progress, and (3) a utility's ability to recover all costs prudently and reasonably incurred. Provides that the amendatory provisions are inoperative September 1, 2026. Defines "large demand project applicant". Effective immediately.
Amends the Public Utilities Act. In provisions concerning the recovery of costs associated with the provision of delivery and other services, provides that electric utilities shall not require or collect any security deposit, cash deposit, letter of credit, advance payment, or any other equivalent financial assurance from a large demand project applicant who submits a service or interconnection request if that applicant (1) submitted an application for interconnection or service under existing Commission-approved tariffs and (2) is in good standing with the interconnection and construction requirements applicable to the applicant's service request. Provides that electric utilities shall not delay investment to support, provide service, or interconnect large demand project applicants as a result of the changes made by the amendatory provisions. Provides that the amendatory provisions shall not be construed to limit the following: (1) a utility's enforcement of Commission-approved technical standards for interconnection, (2) a utility's enforcement of reasonable milestones for construction progress, and (3) a utility's ability to recover all costs prudently and reasonably incurred. Provides that the amendatory provisions are inoperative September 1, 2026. Defines "large demand project applicant". Effective immediately.
Declares November 2025 as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month in the State of Illinois.
Declares November 2025 as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month in the State of Illinois.
