Illinois

Amends the Counties Code. Provides that county recorders and registrars of title are required to accept payment of real estate transfer taxes by credit card. Provides that all service charges or fees associated with the processing or accepting of such a credit card payment shall be paid by the taxpayer.

Amends the Public Utilities Act. Provides that a fire protection charge by a public utility shall be no greater than the average cost spent by the public utility on the maintenance, connection, or use of any fire protection services over the past 10 years.

Amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Electric Supplier Act. Makes a technical change in the short title Section.

Amends the Open Meetings Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Firefighter Training Leave of Absence Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Liquor Control Act of 1934. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Illinois Substance Abuse Treatment Program Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Social Services Contract Notice Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Illinois Works Jobs Program Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that the Secretary of State may issue special registration plates to volunteer firefighters. Provides that the fee for these plates shall be the same as the fee prescribed for standard plates for first division vehicles. Provides for the issuance of permanent license plates for volunteer firefighter vehicles owned by a municipal fire department or fire protection district.

Amends the Election Code. Provides that the county board or board of county commissioners of a county with a population of less than 100,000 may, by ordinance or resolution, dissolve a municipal board of election commissioners within that county and transfer its functions to the county clerk.

Amends the Liquor Control Act of 1934. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Illinois Pension Code. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning Chicago teachers.

Amends the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act. Provides that certifications granted under the Act on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act shall be active for a minimum of 5 years. Provides that certified vendors shall inform the Program of any changes in the vendor's business status or ownership that may impact the vendor's certification status. Provides that Program staff shall inform the vendor no later than 6 months before the vendor's certification expires.

Amends the Medical Practice Act of 1987. Defines terms. Provides that a health facility, clinic, physician's office, or office of a group practice that uses generative artificial intelligence to generate written or verbal patient communications pertaining to patient clinical information shall ensure that the communications meet certain criteria. Provides that a communication that is generated by generative artificial intelligence and read and reviewed by a human licensed or certified health care provider is not subject to the amendatory provisions. Provides that a violation of the amendatory provisions by a licensed health facility or a licensed clinic is subject to penalties as implemented by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation by rule. Provides that a violation of the amendatory provisions by a physician is subject to penalties as determined by the Illinois State Medical Board.

Amends the Live Theater Production Tax Credit Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the Seizure and Forfeiture Reporting Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Congratulates Kevin Wallace on his retirement as Village President of the Village of Bartlett. Thanks him for dedication and service to his community. Wishes him all the best in his future endeavors.

Amends the Native American Gaming Compact Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Recognizes Caterpillar Inc. on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. Commends the company for its remarkable achievements, enduring legacy, and continued contributions to the economy, society, and the global community.

Amends the State Tax Preparer Oversight Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

Amends the State Property Control Act. In a provision concerning submission of an Annual Real Property Utilization Report, changes the due date for the Report from July 31 to August 31 of each year.