Bill AM 1040285 proposes the nomination of Karima Douglas. If approved, she would serve as the Independent Juvenile Ombudsman for the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice.
This House Resolution congratulates the Northwest St. Clair County Fire Protection District on its 80th anniversary. The document outlines the district's history, tracing its origins from a volunteer group in 1946 to its current status as a fully equipped fire protection agency. It serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the Illinois House of Representatives to the district's leadership and staff. No new laws or funding are established by this measure; it is purely a commemorative gesture.
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Removes language authorizing the Secretary of State from suspending or revoking the driving privileges of any person who has committed a violation related to the operation of a vehicle or streetcar on the approach of an authorized emergency vehicle that resulted in the death of another. Provides that a fee may be imposed for the operation or use of a motor vehicle in the commission of or in the attempt to commit an offense related to domestic battery or the violation of an order of protection. Exempts an official State vehicle and the State employee who is the operator of that vehicle is exempt from any local enforcement action. Allows the Illinois State Police to collect administrative fees from tows. Provides that the driver of a vehicle approaching a yield sign is required for safety to stop, the driver shall stop at a clearly marked stop line, but if none, before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection, or if none, then before entering the crosswalk on the near side of the intersection or, in the event there is no crosswalk, then at the point nearest the intersecting roadway where the driver has a view of approaching traffic on the intersecting roadway. Provides that a person commits aggravated operating a motorcycle, motor driven cycle, or moped on one wheel when he or she violates provisions of the Code related to special speed limits while passing schools and special speed limits while traveling through a highway construction or maintenance speed zone. Provides that a motorcycle may exhibit a white light emitted by a high intensity discharge lamp or a light of yellow or amber tint. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
Amends the Cook County Sheriff's Merit Board Division of the Counties Code. Provides that all deputy sheriffs shall be not less than 19 years of age at the time of their appointment (rather than 21 years of age or 20 years of age and have successfully completed 2 years of law enforcement studies at an accredited college or university). Increases the probationary period for deputy sheriff appointees to 15 months (rather than 12 months).
This bill is a House resolution that formally congratulates Reverend Betty Alexander-Bonds on her 90th birthday. It recognizes her long-standing service as an associate minister at True Vine Missionary Baptist Church and her various community roles, including founding the Hoyne Avenue Prayer Band. The resolution expresses the appreciation of the Illinois House of Representatives for her life achievements and commits to presenting a copy of the document to her as a gesture of respect.
Amends the Department of Public Health Act. Provides that the Breakthrough Therapies for Veteran Suicide Prevention Program Advisory Council created by Public Act 103-8 is continued within the Department of Public Health, with modifications to its duties and composition. Amends the Department of Healthcare and Family Services Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois by repealing provisions regarding the Council.
Amends the Illinois State Police Act. Creates a registry of persistent domestic violence offenders within the Illinois State Police. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall maintain the registry based upon information supplied to the Illinois State Police by court clerks and information available to the Illinois State Police from the Department of Corrections and local law enforcement agencies. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall make the registry available for public inquiry on the Internet. Provides that the registry must consist of the persistent domestic violence offender's name, date of birth, conviction date, county of convictions, and a current photograph of the persistent domestic violence offender. Provides that, if a person is convicted of an offense committed against a domestic abuse victim and the person convicted has at least one prior conviction for an offense committed against a domestic abuse victim, then the court shall, upon proof of any prior convictions committed against a domestic abuse victim, order the person to register as a persistent domestic violence offender. Provides that a defendant who is required to register must be assessed a registration fee in the amount of $150. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall remove from the registry the name and other identifying information of a persistent domestic violence offender after a specified number of years following the defendant's most recent conviction.
Amends the Illinois State Police Act. Creates a registry of persistent domestic violence offenders within the Illinois State Police. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall maintain the registry based upon information supplied to the Illinois State Police by court clerks and information available to the Illinois State Police from the Department of Corrections and local law enforcement agencies. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall make the registry available for public inquiry on the Internet. Provides that the registry must consist of the persistent domestic violence offender's name, date of birth, conviction date, county of convictions, and a current photograph of the persistent domestic violence offender. Provides that, if a person is convicted of an offense committed against a domestic abuse victim and the person convicted has at least one prior conviction for an offense committed against a domestic abuse victim, then the court shall, upon proof of any prior convictions committed against a domestic abuse victim, order the person to register as a persistent domestic violence offender. Provides that a defendant who is required to register must be assessed a registration fee in the amount of $150. Provides that the Illinois State Police shall remove from the registry the name and other identifying information of a persistent domestic violence offender after a specified number of years following the defendant's most recent conviction.
Creates the Servicemember Education Rights Veneration Act. Requires institutions of higher education (institution) to accommodate service member student's academic military leave and grant prompt readmission when the service member student has not exceeded a cumulative academic military leave period beyond 5 years, provides advance notice of academic military leave to the institution, and provides notice of intent to return to the institution. Requires the institution to readmit a service member student on academic military leave into the next class, classes, or academic year division following the receipt of the notice of intent to return in accordance with the terms of the accommodation. Contains provisions on exemptions to readmission and related reporting requirements on service member students; investigations by the Attorney General's appointed ISERRA Advocate on whether a readmission exemption exists; and other matters. Requires service member students to provide advance notice of pending military service and prohibits institutions from imposing conditions for academic military leave not otherwise imposed under the Act. Contains provisions on military accommodation; academic obligations of service member students; reimbursement for school expenses; academic withdrawal due to military service; rejection of accommodation and the institution's burden of proof; a 5-year military service limitation; records documentation; advance notice requirements on service member students; notice of intent to return; anti-discrimination protections; academic leave for the spouses of servicemembers; Attorney General enforcement authority; remedies; rulemaking authority; and other matters.
Amends the Military Code of Illinois. Provides that the Department of Military Affairs has the authority to make grants from the Military Affairs Trust Fund for the purpose of incentivizing recruitment into the Illinois National Guard. Provides that the Joint Enlistment Enhancement Program (JEEP) is established for the purpose of increasing recruitment through peer-to-peer referrals, fostering esprit de corps, and promoting cross-component cooperation between the Illinois Army National Guard and the Illinois Air National Guard. Permits the Department to provide grants under the JEEP program to current members of the Illinois National Guard who are not assigned as recruiters, are in good standing, and serve as JEEP lead generators by supporting or facilitating the enlistment or accession of soldiers or airmen into the Illinois National Guard. Requires the State Treasurer to accept and deposit into the Military Affairs Trust Fund all gifts, grants, transfers, appropriations, and other funds from any lawful public or private source that are designated for deposit into the Fund. Requires the Department to establish eligibility criteria, grant conditions, and administrative requirements for the JEEP program by rule.
Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Creates a deduction in an amount equal to the amount paid by the taxpayer during the taxable year as monthly premiums for a health insurance plan bought through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace, plus an amount equal to the qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses paid by the taxpayer during the taxable year.
House Bill 1067, titled "VOID THE FOID," proposes to eliminate the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. This bill would remove the requirement for individuals to possess a FOID card to legally own or purchase firearms and ammunition within the state. It also includes necessary adjustments to other laws to align with the removal of the FOID card system. If enacted, these changes would take effect immediately.
