Illinois

Amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act. Expands the definition of "abused child" to include a child whose parent or immediate family member, or any person responsible for the child's welfare, or any individual residing in the same home as the child, or a paramour of the child's parent engages in a pattern of conduct or communications directed toward such child, meaning 2 or more instances of conduct or communication, that a reasonable person would understand as intended to groom, seduce, solicit, lure, or entice the child for the purpose of committing any sex offense or engaging in sexual misconduct against such child. Defines "sexual misconduct" to mean, but not be limited to, any verbal, nonverbal, written, or electronic communication or physical activity, by a person responsible for the child's welfare to establish a romantic or sexual relationship with the child. Provides that such conduct or communications may include, but is not limited to: (1) a sexual or romantic invitation; (2) dating or soliciting a date; (3) engaging in sexualized or romantic dialog; or (4) making sexually suggestive comments that are directed toward or with the child. Amends the School Code. In provisions concerning sexual misconduct in schools, provides that guidelines established for certain situations and all available methods for how to report staff-student boundary violations within a school and to external agencies must be posted on the website, if any, of each school district, charter school, or nonpublic school and must be included in any staff, student, and (instead of or) parent handbook provided by the school district, charter school, or nonpublic school (instead of nonpublic, nonsectarian elementary or secondary school). In provisions concerning an employment history review, requires a job applicant to provide the name, address, telephone number, and other relevant contact information of the applicant's current employer only if the applicant has direct contact with children or students at the applicant's current employer. Provides that for a licensed substitute teacher who is seeking employment in more than one school district, a school district's regional office of education or intermediate service center shall collect and, at the request of the substitute teacher, share specified information and records. Provides that a regional office of education's or intermediate service center's participation in the employment history review shall be limited to collecting such information and records and sharing the information and records with the school district, school districts, or other regional offices of education or intermediate service centers. Sets forth other provisions concerning a regional office of education's or intermediate service center's participation in the employment history review and how long the review remains valid. In provisions concerning comprehensive health education programs, provides that no student in pre-K through 8th grade shall be required to take or participate in any class or course providing instruction in recognizing and avoiding sexual abuse if the parent or guardian of the student submits written objection thereto; and refusal to take or participate in such class or course shall not negatively impact a student's academic standing. Requires each school to give not less than 5 days' written notice to the parents or guardians of such students before commencing the class or course.

Creates the Adequate and Equitable Public University Funding Act. Provides that all general operating expenses for public universities shall be distributed by the Board of Higher Education through a funding formula for eligible public institutions and shall be administered by the Board. Defines "eligible public institution". Sets forth provisions concerning the adequacy targets and resource profiles of eligible public institutions. Provides for the distribution of State appropriations and the calculation of the base funding minimum for each eligible public institution. Provides that the Board shall oversee an accountability and transparency framework for assessing the distribution and use of all funds appropriated by the funding formula and evaluating the funds' effects on institutional outcomes pertaining to student affordability, enrollment, persistence, and outcome metrics. Provides for reporting and the establishment of an Accountability and Transparency Committee. Provides that the Board shall establish a Funding Formula Review Panel tasked with studying and reviewing topics pertaining to the implementation and impact of the funding formula. Contains provisions concerning the Board's annual budget request and the collection of data. Amends the Board of Higher Education Act. Removes certain provisions concerning budget proposals. Effective immediately.

Amends the Children and Family Services Act. In provisions requiring the Department of Children and Family Services to establish rules concerning transition planning for youth aging out of care, requires the Department to consult with the Statewide Youth Advisory Board to determine the effectiveness of existing programs, to identify new programming that supports youth transitions to independence, and to advise on how information about transitional services is communicated to youth in a clear, timely, and age-appropriate manner. Requires the Department to develop, by July 1, 2027, procedures setting forth a process by which: (i) a youth or a youth's representative can request an accounting or explanation of financial decisions made by the Department or child welfare contributing agency for any monies held on behalf of the youth; and (ii) the Department or child welfare contributing agency acknowledges receipt of the request, provides a written response within a defined period, and outlines steps for review or correction when an error or dispute regarding the accounting is identified. Requires the Department to ensure that each youth in care, if applicable, receives age-appropriate financial guidance designed to build financial literacy and informed decision-making regarding the youth's Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income benefits, veterans benefits, or Railroad Retirement benefits. Contains provisions on the development of tailored youth-driven transition plans; notification to youth on the location of necessary documents and any financial accounts open in their name; the development of a curriculum guided program for youth transitioning out of care; written and verbal notice on a youth's scheduled Successful Transition to Adulthood Review (STAR) hearings; requirements on residential treatment centers, group homes, transitional living programs, and the Department to ensure a youth's attendance at a scheduled STAR hearing; and other matters. Amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987. In provisions concerning STAR hearings, requires the Department to allow a minor the opportunity to express to the court the minor's goals, preferences, and concerns regarding the minor's transition to independence. Requires the court to review and ensure the Department is in compliance with its statutory obligation to support the minor's meaningful engagement in STAR hearings.

Reinserts the provisions of the engrossed bill. In a provision concerning grounds for discipline in the Massage Therapy Practice Act, provides that, notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation shall revoke, without a hearing, any license issued under the Act of any person who is convicted of any offense related to sexual assault under the laws of any jurisdiction, including, without limitation, the following: prostitution; rape; sexual misconduct; involuntary sexual servitude of a minor; battery against a patient, including any offense based on sexual conduct or sexual penetration, in the course of patient care or treatment; or any crime that subjects the licensee to compliance with the requirements of the Sex Offender Registration Act (rather than prostitution; rape; sexual misconduct; or any crime that subjects the licensee to compliance with the requirements of the Sex Offender Registration Act). Provides that those convictions shall operate as a permanent bar to practice as a massage therapist in the State. Provides that a person who has been convicted of those offenses or who is required at any point to register as a sex offender may not receive, maintain, or restore a license as a massage therapist in Illinois. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.

Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that every policy of automobile insurance issued, renewed, or delivered on or after July 1, 2027 in Illinois that includes first-party coverage for physical damage shall contain a provision granting the insured, in the insured's sole discretion, without the company's consent or agreement required, and the insurer the right to invoke appraisal if there is a dispute over the amount of a loss. Provides that, if a dispute arises regarding the amount of a loss, either party may submit a written demand for appraisal. Sets forth provisions concerning required actions for the selected appraisers and provides for the selection of an umpire if an agreement is not reached. Sets forth provisions concerning issuance of the award determining the amount of loss and cost allocation. Effective July 1, 2027.

Amends the Department of Professional Regulation Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Requires a health professional to report to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation within 24 hours after: witnessing sexual conduct or intimate conduct at the person's physical or virtual place of work or otherwise witnessing such conduct in the person's professional capacity; developing reasonable cause to believe that a health professional at the person's physical or virtual place of work or a health professional otherwise known to the person in the person's professional capacity may have committed sexual conduct or intimate conduct; or receiving a report, either written or oral, from a patient, client, patient representative, or client representative alleging sexual conduct or intimate conduct involving a patient or client. Provides exceptions from the reporting requirement. Sets forth the required contents of the report. Requires a reporting organization to submit a report to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation within 24 hours after: (1) if the reporting organization is not a hospital or hospital affiliate, initiating an investigation of an allegation that a health professional engaged in conduct that another health professional would have a duty to report; (2) terminating its relationship with, suspending, placing on leave, or materially changing the professional privileges of a health professional following an allegation that the health professional engaged in sexual conduct or intimate conduct; or (3) a health professional resigning, ceasing his or her services, or accepting a material change in professional responsibilities following an allegation that the health professional engaged in sexual conduct or intimate conduct. Sets forth the required contents of the report. Provides that the State's Attorney of a county, or his or her designee, shall report the arrest of, or the bringing of charges against, a person for an offense based on sexual conduct or intimate conduct to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation if the person is someone who the State's Attorney's office knows or has reason to believe is a health professional and shall report the conviction for a felony or Class A misdemeanor of a person who the State's Attorney's office knows or has reason to believe is licensed or registered by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Defines "health professional" as a person licensed or registered by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation under the following Acts: the Medical Practice Act of 1987, the Nurse Practice Act, the Acupuncture Practice Act, the Illinois Athletic Trainers Practice Act, the Behavior Analyst Licensing Act, the Clinical Psychologist Licensing Act, the Clinical Social Work and Social Work Practice Act, the Illinois Dental Practice Act, the Dietitian Nutritionist Practice Act, the Marriage and Family Therapy Licensing Act, the Music Therapy Licensing and Practice Act, the Massage Therapy Practice Act, the Naprapathic Practice Act, the Licensed Certified Professional Midwife Practice Act, the Nursing Home Administrators Licensing and Disciplinary Act, the Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act, the Illinois Optometric Practice Act of 1987, the Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics Practice Act, the Pharmacy Practice Act, the Illinois Physical Therapy Act, the Physician Assistant Practice Act of 1987, the Podiatric Medical Practice Act of 1987, the Respiratory Care Practice Act, the Professional Counselor and Clinical Professional Counselor Licensing and Practice Act, the Sex Offender Evaluation and Treatment Provider Act, the Illinois Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Practice Act, the Perfusionist Practice Act, the Registered Surgical Assistant and Registered Surgical Technologist Title Protection Act, or the Genetic Counselor Licensing Act; or a person in any profession that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation adds by rule. Makes conforming changes in various licensing Acts and in Hospital Licensing Act, the Professional Service Corporation Act, the Medical Corporation Act, and the Professional Limited Liability Company Act. Makes other changes.

Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes: Replaces all references to "case management" with "specialized case management". Defines "specialized case management".

Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes. Provides that the Act may be referred to as Tammurra's Act. Amends the Public Higher Education Act, the University of Illinois Hospital Act, and the Hospital Licensing Act. Requires a public institution of higher education to place contact information for the 9-8-8 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in each of its facilities in a prominent location that is visible to and accessible by students and staff. Requires a hospital to conspicuously post contact information for the 9-8-8 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the hospital, either by physical or electronic means, for display in an area of its offices accessible by patients, employees, and visitors. Removes the provisions amending the Illinois Public Aid Code.

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. With regard to automated speed enforcement systems in safety zones, provides that "safety zone" does not include any roadway in which the 30 mile per hour speed limit is decreased by local ordinance without an engineering or traffic investigation. Provides that a local authority or park district shall determine and declare by ordinance a reasonable and safe absolute maximum speed which: decreases the limit within an urban district which shall not require an engineering or traffic investigation to a maximum speed limit of 25 miles per hour, but not less than 20 miles per hour and a maximum speed limit of 10 miles per hour in an alley; increases the limit within an urban district, but not to more than 55 miles per hour, if after increasing the limit within an urban district an engineering or traffic investigation is required to decrease the limit; or decreases the limit within a residence district which shall not require an engineering or traffic investigation to a maximum speed limit of 20 (rather than not to less than 25) miles per hour. Requires a park district, city, village, incorporated town, or county board to post a sign designating the new speed limit. Makes other changes.

Further amends the Metro-East Sanitary District Act of 1974. Provides that 2 of the commissioners of the Metro-East Flood Prevention District shall be residents of that portion of the district in the county having the greater equalized assessed valuation within the district's boundaries (rather than residents of that portion of the district in the county having the greater equalized assessed valuation of the district), and 2 shall be residents of that portion of the district within the other county. Provides that the mayor, or the mayor's designee, of the largest municipality in the county having the greater equalized assessed valuation within the Metro-East Flood Prevention District's boundaries (rather than the largest municipality in the county having the greater equalized assessed valuation of the district) shall be an ex officio commissioner of the Metro-East Flood Prevention District with a right to vote.

Reinserts the provisions of the engrossed bill with the following changes: Adds provisions requiring the Director of Healthcare and Family Services to appoint a PACE Advisory Board to consult with the Department on the administration of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly Act. Contains provisions concerning the composition of the Board and Board meetings. Provides that the Advisory Board shall advise the Department of Healthcare and Family Services on all aspects of its responsibilities under the Act, including, but not limited to, the format and content of any rules adopted by the Department and the development of capitation rate methodologies. Provides that during its review of rules or rate methodologies, the Advisory Board shall analyze the economic and regulatory impact of those actions on the sustainability of PACE organizations and the quality of care provided to participants.

Amends the Courses of Study Article of the School Code. Provides that, as a prerequisite to receiving a high school diploma, each pupil entering the 9th grade beginning with the 2028-2029 school year must successfully complete either 2 years of foreign language courses or at least 2 years of coursework that has been authorized by the State Board of Education as meeting the requirements for an approved career and technical education course (rather than requiring the successful completion of 2 years of foreign language courses). Provides that a pupil who satisfies either course requirement is deemed to have satisfied the requirement for one year of music, art, foreign language, career and technical education, or forensic speech. Effective immediately.

Amends the Illinois Controlled Substances Act. Provides that, in cases a controlled substance scheduled, rescheduled, or deleted as a controlled substance under federal law and notice is provided to the Department of Human Services and the Department does not take action within 30 days, at the conclusion of the 30th day the substance shall be considered scheduled, rescheduled, or deleted in the same manner as the federal law unless within that 30-day period the Department objects, or a party adversely affected files with the Department substantial written objections objecting to inclusion, rescheduling, or deletion. Provides that all interested parties have an opportunity to be heard at a public hearing to be held no later than 45 days after the statement of objection. Provides that after the public hearing, the Department shall publish its decision within 14 days of the conclusion of the public hearing. Effective immediately.

Amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987. Provides that when the court places a minor on probation for an offense that involves the possession or discharge of a firearm not causing any injury, and the minor has previously been placed on probation for an offense that involves the possession or discharge of a firearm not causing any injury, the probation agency shall: (1) conduct an individualized assessment of the minor's needs; (2) identify the array of services available in the community where the minor resides that may be appropriate to address the minor's needs, which may include, but are not limited to, restorative justice programs, social service programs for high-risk youth, cognitive behavioral therapy, family engagement, and mentoring; and (3) share with the minor and the minor's parent, guardian, or legal custodian information about their options to access services identified under the provision. Provides that the probation agency may recommend to the court that it require the minor to access the services identified in the provision as a condition of probation.

Amends the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) Article of the Illinois Pension Code. Provides that no ordinary disability benefit shall be allowed for any period of disability prior to 60 days (instead of 30 days) before application is made, unless the Board finds good cause for the delay in filing the application.

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Allows for the issuance of the OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois decal. Provides that for the original issuance of the decal, a $25 fee shall be charged, with $10 to the OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois Fund and $15 to the Secretary of State Special License Plate Fund. Provides that for the renewal of the decal, a $25 fee shall be charged, with $23 to the OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois Fund and $2 to the Secretary of State Special License Plate Fund. Creates the OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois Fund. Makes a conforming change in the State Finance Act.

Reinserts the provisions of Senate Amendment No. 1 with the following changes. In provisions amending the Emergency Telephone System Act, provides that the Office of the Statewide 9-1-1 Administrator shall, with input from the Statewide 9-1-1 Advisory Board, relevant stakeholders, and subject matter experts, adopt rules to implement the requirement that the Board consult with the Department of Human Services to ensure PSAP compliance with the Community Emergency Services and Support Act. In provisions amending the Community Emergency Services and Support Act, defines "emergency dispatch protocol" as a nationally recognized protocol established under the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems Act approved by the local medical director in coordination with the local PSAP and appropriate local responders. Provides that Mobile Crisis Response and 9-8-8 are both around-the-clock crisis services that must be considered alongside other crisis resources when initially screening an individual contacting a 9-1-1 PSAP. Provides that, when indicated, 9-1-1 PSAPs shall open and use relevant emergency dispatch protocol to ensure all individuals contacting a 9-1-1 PSAP when a behavioral health crisis is indicated have access to a non-law enforcement, behavioral health response. Removes provisions providing that 9-1-1 PSAPs shall screen specific types of law enforcement calls and follow approved protocols and processes. Removes provisions providing that 9-1-1 PSAPs shall open and follow the emergency dispatch protocol at the start of all emergency calls when appropriate to ensure the protocols are used and applied consistently and uniformly and to ensure that information related to behavioral health emergency calls is available for data collection and can be used to determine which calls should be referred for a behavioral health response. Removes provisions authorizing rulemaking by the Department. Makes other changes.

Amends the Job Opportunities for Qualified Applicants Act. Provides that, unless driving is an essential job function or is related to a legitimate business purpose for a position, an employer or employment agency shall not: (1) refuse to hire, segregate, or act with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion, renewal of employment, selection for training or apprenticeship, discharge, discipline, tenure or terms, or privileges or conditions of employment on the basis of an applicant or employee not possessing a driver's license; or (2) include a statement in a posting for a job opening for the position that an applicant must have a valid driver's license. Defines "driver's license". Effective January 1, 2027.

Reinserts the provisions of the engrossed bill with the following changes. Further amends the Common Interest Community Association Act and the Condominium Property Act. Makes changes in provisions concerning the provision of financial data to association members and in provisions concerning the information that must be supplied by association boards on their websites.

Creates the Higher Education Student Support and Academic Freedom Act. Provides that public institutions of higher education shall strive to foster an environment that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic under applicable law, to maintain clear, content-neutral conduct standards and reporting channels designed to address unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and retaliation, and to have clear policies describing how students with disabilities can request and receive reasonable accommodations to enable equal academic and campus participation. Prohibits public institutions of higher education from unlawfully infringing on students' constitutional rights to free speech, press, assembly, and petition. Provides that public institutions of higher education shall have the ability to allow students to form and join associations and to allow students to engage in lawful, peaceful protest. Provides that public institutions of higher education shall strive to publish clear, accurate, and timely information regarding courses, degree pathways, credit evaluation and transferability, and graduation criteria and to assess academic performance based on demonstrated learning and achievement and pursuant to published standards. Provides that students have the right to inspect, review, and request corrections to higher educational records. Provides that public institutions of higher education shall have the ability to ensure academic programs are guided by professional and disciplinary standards and academic integrity. Provides that public institutions of higher education shall strive to provide students with information and opportunities in pertinent academic programs that promote workforce-relevant skills, career exploration, and stackable or recognized credentials of value, to provide independently accredited education that integrates broad learning, cultivates transferable skills, and prepares students for engaged citizenship, to provide students with a fair disciplinary process appropriate to the nature of the applicable disciplinary charge, to follow published policies and provide internal appeal routes for adverse educational actions as appropriate or required by applicable law, and to clearly disclose tuition, fees, and applicable, material financial obligations prior to and during enrollment. Provides that public institutions of higher education shall have the ability to publish transparent policies on tuition refunds, withdrawals, and cancellations and shall strive to provide a timely, transparent, and consistent evaluation of transfer credits using published criteria. Sets forth provisions concerning construction of the Act.

Amends the Eminent Domain Act. Authorizes quick-take proceedings by the Village of Hoffman Estates for a period of one year after the effective date of the amendatory Act for the acquisition of specified property for the purpose of constructing improvements on portions of Shoe Factory Road from Essex Drive to Beverly Road, along with portions of Beverly Road and Rohrssen Road connecting to Shoe Factory Road. Repeals the provisions 2 years after the effective date of the amendatory Act. Effective immediately.

Reinserts the provisions of the engrossed bill with the following changes. Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that, on or before July 1, 2026 or 15 days after the effective date of the amendatory Act, whichever is later, and on or before July 1 of each year thereafter, in addition to the amount required, the Director shall charge an amount to be included in a company's obligation to pay the annual Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission Operations Fund Surcharge. Sets forth provisions concerning the process for calculating the additional amount and notice requirements for the Department of Insurance before collecting the additional amount. Provides that the additional amount shall be deposited into the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission Operations Fund. Establishes procedures for determining the additional amount if a company survives or was formed by a merger, consolidation, reorganization, or reincorporation. Further amends the Workers' Compensation Act. In provisions concerning the amount of compensation which shall be paid for an accidental injury to the employee resulting in death, provides that the sum of $10,000 (rather than $8,000) for burial expenses shall be paid by the employer to the widow or widower, other dependent, next of kin or to the person or persons incurring the expense of burial. Sets forth provisions concerning the development of standards to be used as part of the utilization review process. Provides that any adverse determination made during the utilization review process shall be made by a physician if the health care services are to be delivered or are recommended by a physician. Provides that certification made under the utilization review process shall be valid for the 3 months immediately after the date on which the employee and health care provider receive the certification or for the length of treatment as determined by the employee's health care provider. Sets forth procedures for the appeal of a non-certification. Provides that, if an employer asks a medical practitioner for an examination of the reasonableness and necessity of the medical services proposed or provided, instead of a utilization review, the examination and the report of the examination shall be provided by the medical practitioner to the employee or the employee's representative and the employee's treating health care professional within 90 days after receipt of the request for the examination of the reasonableness and necessity of treatment. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.

Amends the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Provides that, in addition to other activities, the Office of Economic Equity and Empowerment shall provide assistance to employment social enterprises. Defines "employment social enterprise".

Amends the Interscholastic Athletic Organization Act. Provides that an association or other entity that has as one of its purposes promoting, sponsoring, regulating, or in any manner providing for interscholastic athletics or any form of athletic competition among schools and students within the State shall require all paid school head coaches or chief sponsors of an activity to obtain training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Provides that training in CPR and AED use shall be consistent with national, evidence-based, emergency cardiovascular care guidelines and shall be completed every 2 years. Amends the School Safety Drill Act. Provides that a school district shall conduct an annual cardiac response drill to practice the steps established in its cardiac emergency response plan, in partnership with local emergency medical services, and a cardiac response drill may be conducted without student participation. Provides that a school district, school board and each member of the school board, governing body and each member of the governing body of a nonpublic school, administrator, principal, teacher, school employee, and member of a school district's safety or crisis response team, whether a student or an adult, are immune from any liability that might otherwise be incurred or caused by an act or omission related to the requirements under the Act, unless the act or omission was willful or wanton. Makes other changes. Effective July 1, 2027.

Codifies the Federal Aid Disaster Fund as a federal trust fund in the State treasury. Provides that moneys received by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security from a federal department or agency may be deposited into the Trust Fund. Requires interest earned by the investment or deposit of moneys accumulated in the Trust Fund to be deposited into the Trust Fund. Authorizes the Agency to expend any moneys in the Trust Fund for the specific purposes established by the terms and conditions of federal awards received by the Agency and in any amount that the Agency deems necessary to make grants and pay expenses in connection with its emergency management and preparedness programs. Effective immediately.