EDUCATION-TECH
In plain English Prohibits school districts from purchasing biometric systems for students except for legitimate instructional purposes, with exceptions for disabled systems or unknown biometric capabilities.
Official synopsis: Amends the School Code. Prohibits, except for legitimate instructional purposes, as determined by a school district, a school district from purchasing or otherwise acquiring biometric systems to use on students. Provides that this prohibition does not apply to a school district that purchases or acquires…
Passed one chamberRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-05-31
FARMWORKERS DAY
In plain English Declares March 31, 2026 as Farmworkers Day in Illinois to recognize farmworkers' contributions and labor rights achievements.
Official synopsis: Declares March 31, 2026 as Farmworkers Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of the essential contributions and sacrifices of farmworkers past and present. Recognizes the multiracial, intergenerational coalition of workers, including men, women, and children, whose collective action transformed labor rights in this…
Became lawAdded Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Carol Ammons · 2026-05-30
DOLORES HUERTA DAY
In plain English Declares April 10, 2026 as Dolores Huerta Day in Illinois to recognize her contributions to civil rights and labor rights.
Official synopsis: Declares April 10, 2026 as Dolores Huerta Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of Dolores Clara Fernandez Huerta's lifelong commitment to justice and her enduring impact on generations of activists and working families. Commends Dolores Huerta for her extraordinary contributions to civil rights,…
Became lawResolution Adopted · 2026-05-29
SUPPORTS-CIVIC PARTIC AT 250
In plain English Recognizes the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and encourages civic engagement, civics education, and support for cultural institutions.
Official synopsis: Recognizes the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence as an opportunity for reflection, inspiration, education, dialogue, and civic engagement. Encourages participation in and support of activities that examine our shared history, promote understanding of democratic principles, inspire the exchange of ideas,…
Became lawResolution Adopted · 2026-05-29
DCEO-EMPLOY SOCIAL ENTERPRISE
In plain English Requires the Office of Economic Equity and Empowerment to assist employment social enterprises, which the bill defines.
Official synopsis: 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".
Passed one chamberRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-05-15
SCH CD-ADULT WORKFORCE DIPLOMA
In plain English Requires the Illinois Community College Board to establish an outcome-based Adult Workforce High School Diploma Program for eligible students, with annual reporting requirements and sunset on June 30, 2030.
Official synopsis: Amends the School Code. Provides that the Illinois Community College Board shall establish an outcome-based Adult Workforce High School Diploma Program to allow eligible students to qualify for enrollment in the Program, and, upon successful completion of the Program, to be awarded a high school…
Out of committeeHouse Floor Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-04-17
EXTREME WORKPLACE TEMPS
In plain English Requires the state to establish workplace temperature safety standards for excessive heat and cold, with an injury prevention plan due by January 2026.
Official synopsis: Creates the Workplace Extreme Temperature Safety Act. Provides that the Director of Labor shall adopt rules to establish excessive heat and excessive cold standards. Sets forth temporary excessive heat and excessive cold standards. Provides that, on or before January 1, 2026, the Director shall establish…
Out of committeeHouse Floor Amendment No. 3 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-04-17
END TEAR GAS EXPOSURES ACT
Creates the Building Remedies to End Abusive Tear Gas and Harmful Exposures Act. Establishes the Chemical Agent Review Board within the Department of Public Health, and sets forth the Board's membership and duties. Prohibits deployment or possession of lachrymatory agents in the State, except for…
Not out of committeeAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Will Guzzardi · 2026-04-13
HEALTH CARE WORKER PLATFORM
Creates the Health Care Worker Platform Act. Sets forth provisions requiring any person, corporation, partnership, or association that operates or offers an electronic platform, system, or application through which health care workers can accept one or more shifts to perform health care related services at…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
CAREGIVER EMPOWERMENT
Amends the Illinois Act on the Aging. Provides that the Department on Aging shall require all provider agencies to administer annual enhanced training for all covered aides regarding all of the following: (1) ethical boundaries and conflicts of interest; (2) the fiduciary duties of an…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES
Amends the Equipment of Vehicles Chapter of the Illinois Vehicle Code to create the Autonomous Vehicles Article. Establishes requirements for the operation of autonomous vehicles on public roads for testing purposes by a driver who possesses the proper class of license for the type of…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
CONSUMER DATA PRIVACY ACT
Creates the Consumer Data Privacy Act. Sets forth provisions concerning agreements between personal data processors and controllers. Provides for consumer personal data rights, including the right to opt out of the processing of personal data concerning the consumer for purposes of targeted advertising, the sale…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
MEDICAID-SNF-MIUR EXTENSION
Amends the Hospital Services Trust Fund Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code. In provisions requiring the Department of Healthcare and Family Services to pay safety-net hospitals a health care equity add-on payment that is based on such hospitals' Medicaid inpatient utilization rate, removes the…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
ORACLE ACT
Creates the Oversight and Regulation of Activity for Contracts Linked to Events (ORACLE) Act. Prohibits a prediction market platform provider from permitting any consumer under the age of 21 to register or to open any speculative position on a prediction market. Requires a prediction market…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
INTERNET GAMING ACT
Creates the Internet Gaming Act. Authorizes an Internet gaming operator to offer Internet gaming in accordance with the provisions of the Act. Provides that Internet gaming shall only be offered by an Internet gaming license or an Internet management service provider that has contracted with…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
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