ATHLETIC TRAINERS ACT

Amends the Regulatory Sunset Act. Removes a provision repealing the Illinois Athletic Trainers Practice Act on January 1, 2016. Amends the Illinois Athletic Trainers Practice Act. Provides that the maximum fine for violating the Act is $10,000 (rather than $5,000). Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation may summarily suspend the licenses of athletic trainers upon specified evidence; provides for expedited hearings for licenses summarily suspended. Provides that the Illinois Board of Athletic Trainers may (rather than shall) be consulted by the Secretary in disciplining licensees. Makes omnibus changes and corrections to the Act reflecting the practices of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in administering the Act. Changes references from "Director" to "Secretary". Defines terms. Provides that the Act is repealed on January 1, 2026. Effective immediately.