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IllinoisSB0019104th General Assembly (2025–2026)SenateWALLET
PRB-ADMIN CHANGES
Sponsored By: Don Harmon (Democratic)
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18 provisions identified: 13 benefits, 3 costs, 2 mixed.
Retired judges: annuity stops in full‑time jobs
If you first joined the judges’ plan on or after January 1, 2011 and get a judge’s annuity, it stops during any full‑time job covered by this Code. It restarts when that full‑time job ends and may be recalculated under plan rules.
Clear medical release path for sick inmates
The law defines who qualifies for medical release: terminal illness likely to cause death within 18 months, or medical incapacity such as not being able to do more than one daily activity without help, including expected incapacity within 6 months. An inmate, family, medical staff, a prison official, or the inmate’s lawyer can file; forms are online, no notarization is needed, and email or fax is allowed. After the Board orders it, a doctor or nurse practitioner must complete an evaluation within 10 days. If a hearing is requested, the Board must hold it and decide within 90 days of the initial application; hearings are generally public, use 3‑member panels, and vote in the hearing. If denied, the Board must publish reasons and the estimated yearly cost to keep the person incarcerated, including medical care. If granted, the person is released on a 5‑year mandatory supervised release term. DOC and the Board must post an annual, aggregate report on the program.
Medical release open to all now
Medical release now applies to people currently incarcerated, even if they entered before this law. Eligible people can seek medical release right away. This law does not block you from also seeking clemency, sentencing relief, post‑conviction relief, or other legal remedies.
Health coverage help before release
DOC must screen everyone for Medicaid 45 days before discharge and help eligible people apply so coverage starts quickly. If you are otherwise uninsured, DOC also offers help to apply for health coverage, including Medicaid, 45 days before release. Applications must list your release address, and you must update DHS if you move from a temporary to a permanent home.
Broader protection from domestic abuse
More people can seek help under the Domestic Violence Act, including high‑risk adults with disabilities, certain minors and dependents, and foster or adoptive families. Shelter residents or employees tied to an abused family member can file. Victims abused before an offender’s prison time can file while the offender is incarcerated. A petition cannot be denied just because the petitioner or respondent is in jail.
Shorter supervision for study or low risk
Beginning January 1, 2024, the PRB cuts parole or supervised release by 90 days for each new credential earned during supervision. Qualifying credentials include a high school diploma, equivalency, degree, or career certificate; you must be compliant and show proof. The PRB may also end supervised release if an evidence‑based assessment finds you low‑risk and low‑need and you follow conditions.
Stronger rights and free filings for victims
This law strengthens crime victims’ and witnesses’ rights. The Attorney General set up an office to take victim‑rights complaints and provide training. Courts must order training for employees who violate a victim’s rights, to be finished within 6 months. Victims can file a written notice to assert rights, have a lawyer appear for that purpose, and be heard in any reasonable way. Filing fees are waived for victims who file to enforce their rights. To exclude a victim from trial, a party must file a motion 60 days before trial and the court must rule within 30 days. Witnesses get timely notice, employer help to reduce lost pay, safer waiting areas when possible, and translation or sign language when needed.
Stronger victim notice and privacy
Victims must be told if a closed case is reopened unless the State’s Attorney says notice would harm the investigation. Prosecutors must assert victims’ rights, and victims can file if prosecutors do not; a 10‑day motion window applies if the victim was not heard. Calling an advocate as a witness requires a motion 90 days before trial and possible in camera review; support person names are due 60 days before trial. State agencies must help run the notification system, and the Attorney General must keep registrants’ contact info private.
Youth parole: earlier reviews, clear rules
People who were under 21 at the offense and sentenced on or after June 1, 2019 get a parole review after 10 years. Aggravated criminal sexual assault is after 20 years; predatory sexual assault of a child is not eligible. You can file a petition 3 years before eligibility; if indigent, counsel is appointed 1 year before. Victims get notice 12 months ahead and their statements to the Board stay confidential. The Board must consider youth factors and other listed items, and set 5- or 10-year waits for later reviews if denied. If released on a first‑degree murder case, MSR is 10 years; for other cases, parole discharge applies.
More law‑enforcement notices and postings
DOC must notify State Police when people convicted under state meth laws are released; police can share with other agencies. If a releasee moves into a licensed care facility, DOC must send key records to the regulator and notify the PRB, local police chief, and sheriff within 3 days. Before revoking parole or supervised release, the PRB must run a LEADS check and post the alleged violator’s name, ID, and decision online for 60 days.
Easier access to prison records and digitization
A committed person and their attorney can each request one master file summary per year, and DOC must provide it within 15 days. At least 60 days before a clemency, medical release, or parole hearing, DOC must give, on request, the person and counsel their disciplinary card and program records. Master files must include race and ethnicity data, last known address before incarceration, and all medical and dental records. If funded, DOC must digitize new master files by July 1, 2025; all medical and dental records by July 1, 2027; and all master file information by July 1, 2029. If funded, DOC and the technology agency must study full digitization and finish by January 1, 2024.
Reentry basics: ID, clothes, travel
Before release, DOC sends your Illinois ID application 60 days ahead once it has your birth certificate and Social Security card. At release, DOC returns your property, gives suitable clothing, and arranges transport to your home or job. DOC may give a travel or expense grant and can use a revolving fund to advance it. If you were wrongfully imprisoned, DOC provides any documents you need after discharge.
Release help: voter forms and local notices
When an eligible voter is released, DOC must confirm they received a notice that voting rights are restored and a voter registration form in the available languages. On release to parole, mandatory supervised release, or discharge, DOC checks LEADS and tells the person about any active protective orders. DOC must notify prosecutors, sheriffs, and local police of a felony release; and if the person will live in public housing, the housing agency must get written notice at least 14 days before release or as soon as possible. Notices may be sent by email when accurate addresses are provided.
Statewide alerts for crime victims and witnesses
The Attorney General may run a statewide automated system to notify victims and witnesses by phone, email, text, or mail. Local prosecutors, clerks, and law enforcement may join, and the Attorney General can supply equipment, software, or training. Sending notices through this system counts as legally required notice. An advisory committee reviews the system and reports each year by November 1. The Attorney General must review whether notices are timely statewide and report to the General Assembly by July 1, 2026.
Victims can give private statements to PRB
Victims can send impact statements to the Prisoner Review Board in writing, electronically, by phone, or speak at a hearing. The Board must post how to submit and keep written and recorded statements confidential (except live statements at public hearings). The Board must hire a Director of Victim and Witness Services and provide a toll‑free line and hotline info. Before discharging someone from parole or supervised release, the Board must notify registered victims and allow 30 days to comment. Registered victims also get at least 30 days’ notice before clemency hearings. The Board must meet at least four times a year to consider petitions.
Limits on court remedies for violations
If a court finds a victim’s right was violated, the court can only order steps needed to give that right. The court cannot vacate a conviction, order a new trial, or award damages. This rule applies beginning January 2, 2023.
One‑year wait to refile clemency
After a Governor denies clemency, you must wait one year to file again. The PRB chair can waive the wait if there is significant new information or a compelling humanitarian change shown in writing.
Prison master files kept private
A committed person’s master record file is not available under public records law. This protects individual privacy but limits public access to those files.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Don Harmon
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
Lakesia Collins
Democratic • Senate
Laura M. Murphy
Democratic • Senate
Rachel Ventura
Democratic • Senate
Robert Peters
Democratic • Senate
Will Guzzardi
Democratic • House
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 5/20/2025
Third Reading - Standard Debate - Passed
Yes: 74 • No: 37
House vote • 4/23/2025
Do Pass / Short Debate Executive Committee;
Yes: 8 • No: 3
Senate vote • 4/10/2025
Third Reading - Passed;
Yes: 32 • No: 22
Senate vote • 4/3/2025
Do Pass as Amended Executive;
Yes: 9 • No: 4
Actions Timeline
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0011
6/20/2025SenateEffective Date June 20, 2025
6/20/2025SenateGovernor Approved
6/20/2025SenateSent to the Governor
6/18/2025SenatePassed Both Houses
5/20/2025SenateThird Reading - Standard Debate - Passed 074-037-000
5/20/2025HousePlaced on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading - Standard Debate
5/14/2025HouseSecond Reading - Short Debate
5/14/2025HousePlaced on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
4/23/2025HouseDo Pass / Short Debate Executive Committee; 008-003-000
4/23/2025HouseAssigned to Executive Committee
4/17/2025HouseReferred to Rules Committee
4/11/2025HouseFirst Reading
4/11/2025HouseChief House Sponsor Rep. Will Guzzardi
4/10/2025HouseArrived in House
4/10/2025HouseAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Lakesia Collins
4/10/2025SenateThird Reading - Passed; 032-022-000
4/10/2025SenateAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura
4/9/2025SenatePlaced on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading April 8, 2025
4/4/2025SenateSecond Reading
4/4/2025SenateAdded as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Robert Peters
4/4/2025SenatePlaced on Calendar Order of 2nd Reading April 4, 2025
4/3/2025SenateDo Pass as Amended Executive; 009-004-000
4/3/2025SenateSenate Committee Amendment No. 1 Adopted
4/3/2025SenateSenate Committee Amendment No. 1 Assignments Refers to Executive
4/3/2025Senate
Bill Text
Engrossed
Enrolled
Introduced
Senate Amendment 1