Amends the Criminal Code of 1961 relating to the offenses of bringing contraband into a penal institution, possessing contraband in a penal institution, and unauthorized bringing of contraband into a penal institution by an employee. Provides that "M" (Mature) and "AO" (Adults Only) rated video games are contraband in Illinois Department of Corrections institutions and facilities and that bringing into or possessing an "M" or "AO" rated video game in an Illinois Department of Corrections institution or facility whether by a prisoner, employee, or other person is a Class A misdemeanor. Prohibits the Director of Corrections or chief administrative officer of a Department of Corrections institution or facility from authorizing "M" or "AO" rated video games to be brought into or possessed by any person in an Illinois Department of Corrections institution or facility.
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Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Allows a tax credit for individual taxpayers in an amount equal to 25% of the premium costs paid by the taxpayer during the taxable year for each qualified long-term care insurance contract purchased on or after January 1, 2005 that offers coverage to either the taxpayer or to the taxpayer's spouse, parent, or dependent. Provides that the credit may not exceed $100 for each qualified long-term care policy. Provides that the credit may not reduce the taxpayer's liability to less than zero and may not be carried forward. Provides that a taxpayer is not entitled to the credit with respect to amounts expended for the same qualified long-term care insurance contract that are claimed by another taxpayer. Effective immediately.
Creates the Identity Theft Notification Act. Requires any data collector that owns or uses personal information in any form that includes personal information concerning an Illinois resident, to disclose any breach of the security of the system following discovery or notification of the breach in the security of the data, without regard for whether the data has been accessed by an unauthorized third party for legal or illegal purposes. Provides that notice may be provided in one of the following ways: (1) written notice; (2) electronic notice; or (3) substitute notice if the person or business demonstrates that the cost of providing notice would exceed $250,000, or the affected class of persons to be notified exceeds 500,000, or the person or business does not have sufficient contact information. Provides a private right of action for a violation of the Act.
Creates the Southern Illinois Economic Development Authority Act. The territory of the Authority includes the counties of: Franklin, Williamson, Jackson, Union, Alexander, Pulaski, Massac, Pope, Saline, Hardin, Gallatin, and Johnson. Makes findings about the economic conditions in southern Illinois. Provides definitions. Establishes a process for the appointment of 10 members to the Authority. Provides that the Governor appoints 9 members with the advice and consent of the Senate and 1 member is appointed by the Director of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Provides that except for initial board members (who are given a term of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 years), a member's term is 3 years. Provides that the Authority shall appoint an executive director. Provides for powers of the Authority, such as: enter into loans or contracts; ability to sue and be sued; utilize the services of the Illinois Finance Authority; adopt ordinances; accept and expend appropriations; and, own, lease, or sell real estate. Authorizes the Authority to issue bonds up to $250 million with the Governor's written approval. States that the bonds and notes that the Authority issues shall be exempt from taxes except for the estate, transfer, and inheritance taxes. Allows the Authority to create enterprise zones. Makes the Authority subject to audit by the Auditor General. Effective immediately.
Amends the Riverboat Gambling Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act. Allows a tax credit for individual taxpayers in an amount equal to 25% of the premium costs paid by the taxpayer during the taxable year for each qualified long-term care insurance contract purchased on or after January 1, 2006 that offers coverage to either the taxpayer or to the taxpayer's spouse, parent, or dependent. Provides that the credit may not exceed $100 for each qualified long-term care policy. Provides that the credit may not reduce the taxpayer's liability to less than zero and may not be carried forward. Provides that a taxpayer is not entitled to the credit with respect to amounts expended for the same qualified long-term care insurance contract that are claimed by another taxpayer. Effective immediately.
Amends the School Code. In school districts other than the Chicago school district, reduces the probationary period of time before a teacher enters upon contractual continued service. Amends the State Mandates Act to require implementation without reimbursement. Effective immediately.
Creates the Internet Dating Disclosure and Safety Awareness Act. Requires an online dating service provider offering services to residents of this State to disclose clearly and conspicuously, to any member who provides a billing address or a zip code in this State when registering with the provider, that the online dating provider either initiates a background check of felony and sex offense convictions on each member prior to permitting any member to communicate with a member in this State or that the online dating service provider does not initiate such a background check. Provides language concerning the disclosures. Requires that an online dating service provider that conducts criminal background checks to post a safety awareness notification and provides required language for that notification. Provides that failure to comply with the disclosure requirements of the Act shall constitute an unlawful business practice under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Provides that each failure to provide the required disclosure constitutes a separate violation. Provides for civil penalties. Creates the Internet Dating Disclosure and Safety Awareness Act Fund to be used by the Office of the Attorney General for enforcement of the Act. Amends the State Finance Act to create the Internet Dating Disclosure and Safety Awareness Act Fund. Amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. Adds the Internet Dating Disclosure and Safety Awareness Act to the list of Acts that the knowing violation of which constitutes an unlawful business practice.
Congratulates Tim Murphy of West Frankfort, Illinois on creating Candy Cane Lane each Christmas.
Amends the Employee Benefit Contribution Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the failure to make payments to an employee health insurance plan.