Bills & Legislation

PEN CD-CHI POLICE-DISABILITY

Amends the Chicago Police Article of the Illinois Pension Code. Provides that a policeman who applies for disability benefits under the Article and has been denied reinstatement as a policeman by his or her employer because of a physical or mental incapacity shall be presumed to be disabled as that term is used in the Article. Provides that no policeman who otherwise meets the requirements for a disability benefit shall be denied a disability benefit unless and until the policeman's employer reinstates him or her as a policeman or offers him or her a limited-duty position. Provides that any policeman who has been denied a disability benefit without an offer of reinstatement or a limited-duty position after the effective date of the amendatory Act is entitled to disability benefits. Amends the State Mandates Act to require implementation without reimbursement. Effective immediately.

Robert F. Martwick

PEN CD-CHI POLICE-DISABILITY

Amends the Chicago Police Article of the Illinois Pension Code. Provides that a policeman who applies for disability benefits under the Article and has been denied reinstatement as a policeman by his or her employer because of a physical or mental incapacity shall be presumed to be disabled as that term is used in the Article. Provides that no policeman who otherwise meets the requirements for a disability benefit shall be denied a disability benefit unless and until the policeman's employer reinstates him or her as a policeman or offers him or her a limited-duty position. Provides that the changes apply retroactively to January 1, 2023. Provides that any policeman who has been denied a disability benefit without an offer of reinstatement or a limited-duty position after January 1, 2023 shall be entitled to retroactive disability benefits. Amends the State Mandates Act to require implementation without reimbursement. Effective immediately.

Robert F. Martwick

PEN CD-CHI POLICE-ADMIN REVIEW

Amends the Chicago Police Article of the Illinois Pension Code. Provides that if a policeman has an application for an ordinary disability benefit denied by the Board of Trustees of the Fund or has a duty disability benefit, ordinary disability benefit, or occupational disability benefit terminated by the Board and brings an action for administrative review challenging the termination or denial of the disability benefit and the policeman prevails in the action in administrative review, then the prevailing policeman shall be entitled to recover from the Fund court costs and litigation expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, as part of the costs of the action. Amends the State Mandates Act to require implementation without reimbursement. Effective immediately.

Robert F. Martwick

DANGEROUS ANIMAL-DEFINIT-VET

Amends the Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Practice Act of 2004. In the provision that a veterinarian who, on his or her own initiative or other than at the request of the owner, gives emergency treatment to a sick or injured animal shall not be liable for damages in the absence of gross negligence, includes giving emergency treatment to a dangerous animal, as defined in the Criminal Code of 2012. Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that "dangerous animal", in addition to the other animals listed in the dangerous animals statute, includes a serval, caracal, kangaroo, wallaby, or any hybrid, intergrade, or cross of such an animal. Provides that no person shall have a right of property in, keep, harbor, care for, act as custodian of or maintain in his or her possession any dangerous animal or primate except at or by a: (1) federally licensed facility, (2) veterinary hospital, or (3) permitted hound running area and only for possession of coyotes. Provides that the exemptions listed in the provision do not exempt persons from having to be in compliance with the Wildlife Code or the Endangered Species Act, including, but not limited to, prohibitions on possession of any dangerous animal. Provides that nothing in the provision shall be construed to apply to a motion picture, television, or digital media production company employing or contracting with a dealer or exhibitor licensed under the federal Animal Welfare Act or with a carrier, intermediate handler, or unlicensed exhibitor registered under that Act for the transportation, purchase, exhibition, or use of animals in its motion picture, television, or digital media production. Provides that it is an affirmative defense for a prosecution under this provision if a person had lawful possession of a feline crossbreed between a serval cat and a domesticated cat and the possessor of the animal proves that the possessor possessed the animal before the effective date of the amendatory Act. Defines "federally licensed facility".

Adriane Johnson

CONSUMER FRAUD-MAIL DISCLOSURE

Amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Provides that provisions restricting the mailing of postcards or letters under specified circumstances apply to companies not connected to a company from which the recipient has purchased or obtained goods, services, or other merchandise. Provides that it is unlawful to knowingly mail or send or cause to be mailed or sent a postcard or letter that creates the impression that the sender is the same company from which the recipient purchased or obtained goods or services or is affiliated with that company when no legal or commercial affiliation exists between that company and the sender. Provides that postcards or letters sent in compliance with specified federal laws are deemed to be in compliance the provisions. Makes conforming changes. Effective January 1, 2026.

Mary Edly-Allen

PLASTIC DISPOSABLE FOODWARE

Amends the Illinois Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Provides that a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant shall not provide single-use plastic disposable foodware items to a consumer ordering or purchasing dine-in food unless requested by the consumer and that plastic drinking straws must be provided when specifically requested. Provides that single-use plastic disposable foodware items that are provided may not be packaged in plastic. Provides that a food dispensing establishment or takeout food delivery service must provide options for a customer to request disposable foodware items separate from the customer's order, with certain requirements. Provides that a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant offering condiments may use dispensers rather than prepackaged disposable condiment packets. Provides that a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant must post a sign indicating that single-use plastic disposable foodware will be made available upon request or at a self serve station. Provides that a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant may make single-use plastic straws available to customers ordering or purchasing dine-in food by making available dispensers or certain other means if a sign is posted encouraging the reduction of the use single-use plastics. Provides for a civil penalty of $25, after a first notice of violation, for each day a full-service restaurant or quick-service restaurant is in violation, paid to the Department of Public Health. Defines terms. Effective January 1, 2026.

Mary Edly-Allen

LOBBYISTS-FEE WAIVER

Amends the Lobbyist Registration Act. Directs the Secretary of State to grant a waiver of the lobbyist registration fee for any not-for-profit entity with total expenses of less than $1,000,000 in the most recent fiscal year that is classified as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, including a waiver for any lobbyist that exclusively lobbies on behalf of such an entity.

Mary Edly-Allen

CRIM CD-RESIST PEACE OFFICER

Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Deletes the mental state of "knowingly" from the elements of the offense of resisting or obstructing a peace officer, firefighter, or correctional institution employee.

Andrew S. Chesney

CRIM CD-HATE CRIME-FALSE REPT

Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that a person commits disorderly conduct when he or she knowingly transmits or causes to be transmitted in any manner to any peace officer, public officer, or public employee a report to the effect that a hate crime will be committed, is being committed, or has been committed, knowing at the time of the transmission that there is no reasonable ground for believing that the offense will be committed, is being committed, or has been committed. Establishes penalties. Effective January 1, 2026.

Andrew S. Chesney

CRIM CD-HATE CRIME-SAFETY

Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that it is a hate crime by reason of the actual or perceived employment as a peace officer or status as a retired peace officer, regardless of the existence of any other motivating factor or factors to commit assault, battery, aggravated assault, misdemeanor theft, criminal trespass to residence, misdemeanor criminal damage to property, criminal trespass to vehicle, criminal trespass to real property, mob action, disorderly conduct, harassment by telephone, or harassment through electronic communications. Effective January 1, 2026.

Andrew S. Chesney

REINSTATES DEATH SENTENCE

Creates the Capital Crimes Litigation Act of 2025. Provides that all unobligated and unexpended moneys remaining in the Death Penalty Abolition Fund on the effective date of the amendatory Act shall be transferred into the Capital Litigation Trust Fund which is re-established as a special fund in the State treasury. Amends the State Appellate Defender Act. Provides that in cases in which a death sentence is an authorized disposition, the State Appellate Defender shall provide trial counsel with legal assistance and the assistance of expert witnesses, investigators, and mitigation specialists from funds appropriated to the State Appellate Defender specifically for that purpose by the General Assembly. Provides that the Office of State Appellate Defender shall not be appointed to serve as trial counsel in capital cases. Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Eliminates a provision that abolishes the sentence of death. Amends the Unified code of Corrections relating to first degree murder. Adds and eliminates aggravating factors for which the death penalty may be imposed. Amends the State Finance Act to make conforming changes. Effective January 1, 2026.

Andrew S. Chesney

REVENUE-TECH

Amends the Cigarette Tax Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

REVENUE-TECH

Amends the Cigarette Use Tax Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

REVENUE-TECH

Amends the Watercraft Use Tax Law. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

REVENUE-TECH

Amends the Illinois Hydraulic Fracturing Tax Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

REVENUE-TECH

Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

REVENUE-TECH

Amends the Rental Purchase Agreement Occupation and Use Tax Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

REVENUE-TECH

Amends the Invest in Kids Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Local Solid Waste Disposal Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the Act's short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Solid Waste Hauling and Recycling Program Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Solid Waste Planning and Recycling Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Illinois Solid Waste Management Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Illinois Pesticide Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Illinois Nuclear Safety Preparedness Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Radon Resistant Construction Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Burn Injury Reporting Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Gasoline Storage Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

SAFETY-TECH

Amends the Firearm Concealed Carry Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Interstate Rail Compact Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Interstate Rail Compact Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the New Harmony Bridge Authority Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Executive Reorganization Implementation Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Executive Reorganization Implementation Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Gubernatorial Boards and Commissions Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Gubernatorial Boards and Commissions Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Governor's Office of New Americans Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Youth Homelessness Prevention Subcommittee Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Attorney General Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Community Development Loan Guarantee Act. Makes technical changes in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Infrastructure Development Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Racial Impact Note Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Compensation Review Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Legislative Commission Reorganization Act of 1984. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Council of State Governments Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Lobbyist Registration Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Lobbyist Registration Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Legislative Accessibility Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Amends the Illinois Employment First Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.

John F. Curran