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SB 3310 Illinois Senate · 104th Regular Session

SAFE LIFTING IN NURSING HOMES

Summary
Amends the Nursing Home Care Act. In provisions concerning a facility's safe resident handling policy, provides that "safe lifting equipment and accessories" includes emerging technologies approved by the Department of Public Health by rule.
Issues: ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAmends nursing home safety standards to include emerging tech, enhancing resident protection and care quality under healthcare services.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands safe lifting equipment definition to include emerging tech, directly improving workplace safety for nursing home staff handling residents.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2026 Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Feb 3, 2026
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Patrick Joyce
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