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D Illinois House · District 31

Rep. Mary Flowers

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92%
1,729 missed
Lower than 99% of chamber peers
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2%
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Co-sponsor HB 3512
Signed into law · Illinois House · Co-sponsor
CORRECTIONS-SUPERVISED RELEASE

Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that the Prisoner Review Board shall be the authority for setting conditions for mandatory supervised release under specified provisions and determining whether a violation of those conditions warrant revocation of mandatory supervised release or the imposition of other sanctions. Provides that the Board shall hear by at least one member and through a panel of at least 3 members determine the conditions of mandatory supervised release, determine the time of discharge from mandatory supervised release, impose sanctions for violations of mandatory supervised release, and revoke mandatory supervised release for those sentenced under specified provisions. Provides that if a person was originally prosecuted under the provisions of the Criminal Code of 1961 or the Criminal Code of 2012, sentenced under the provisions of the Act pursuant to the Juvenile Court Act of 1987, and convicted as an adult and committed to the Department of Juvenile Justice, the Department of Juvenile Justice shall, no less than 120 days prior to the date that the person reaches the age of 21, send written notification to the Prisoner Review Board indicating the day upon which the committed person will achieve the age of 21. Requires the Prisoner Review Board to conduct a hearing with no less than 3 members to determine whether or not the minor shall be assigned mandatory supervised release or be transferred to the Department of Corrections prior to the minor's twenty-first birthday. House Floor Amendment No. 1 Adds an immediate effective date to the bill. Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 730 ILCS 5/3-3-1 730 ILCS 5/3-3-2 730 ILCS 5/3-3-3 Adds reference to: 5 ILCS 140/7 from Ch. 116, par. 207 20 ILCS 2610/9 from Ch. 121, par. 307.9 20 ILCS 2610/12.6 20 ILCS 2610/46 50 ILCS 705/1 from Ch. 85, par. 501 50 ILCS 705/2 from Ch. 85, par. 502 50 ILCS 705/3 from Ch. 85, par. 503 50 ILCS 705/3.1 50 ILCS 705/6 from Ch. 85, par. 506 50 ILCS 705/6.1 50 ILCS 705/6.2 50 ILCS 705/6.3 50 ILCS 705/6.7 50 ILCS 705/7 from Ch. 85, par. 507 50 ILCS 705/8.1 from Ch. 85, par. 508.1 50 ILCS 705/8.2 50 ILCS 705/8.3 50 ILCS 705/8.4 50 ILCS 705/9.2 50 ILCS 705/10.1 from Ch. 85, par. 510.1 50 ILCS 705/10.2 50 ILCS 705/10.6 50 ILCS 705/10.11 50 ILCS 705/10.12 50 ILCS 705/10.13 50 ILCS 705/10.16 50 ILCS 705/10.19 50 ILCS 705/10.20 50 ILCS 705/10.22 50 ILCS 706/10-20 725 ILCS 5/103-3.5 new 725 ILCS 5/103-3 rep. 725 ILCS 185/1.5 new 730 ILCS 5/5-8-1 from Ch. 38, par. 1005-8-1 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Illinois Police Training Act. Creates a Review Committee for specified purposes and duties within the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board. Modifies provisions concerning the membership of the Illinois Law Enforcement Certification Review Panel. Adds requirements concerning the discretionary decertification of full-time and part-time law enforcement officers. Modifies provisions concerning emergency orders of suspension for law enforcement officers. Provides further requirements concerning the officer professional conduct database, transparency, and criminal background investigations. Provides for the use of the terms "law enforcement agency" and "local law enforcement agency" throughout the Act (rather than "government agency" and "local government agency"). Amends the Law Enforcement Officer-Worn Body Camera Act. Provides that nothing in the Act prohibits police agencies from labeling officer-worn body camera video within the recording medium; provided that the labeling does not alter the actual recording of the incident captured on the officer-worn body camera. Provides that the labels, titles, and tags shall not be construed as altering the body camera video in any way. Amends the Illinois State Police Act. Provides for the disclosure of specified public records in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act. Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963. Provides requirements concerning the right to communicate with an attorney and family when in police custody. Amends the Pretrial Services Act. Provides that the Supreme Court is encouraged to establish a framework that facilitates the hiring and training of new State-employed pretrial services personnel to serve in jurisdictions without an established and functioning circuit-based pretrial services agency. Defines terms. Makes conforming and other changes. Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that the mandatory supervised release term for a Class 3 or 4 felony is 12 months, except for certain specified offenses. Provides that no later than 30 days after the onset of the term of mandatory supervised release and at the halfway point into the term of mandatory supervised release, the Prisoner Review Board shall conduct a discretionary discharge review, which shall include the results of a standardized risk and needs assessment tool administered by the Department of Corrections. Provides that nothing in this provision shall be construed to prevent the Prisoner Review Board from performing the discretionary discharge review and issuing a determination prior to the onset of the term of mandatory supervised release. Amends the Freedom of Information Act to make a conforming change. Effective January 1, 2022.

Signed into law Jan 7, 2022 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor HB 1953
Signed into law · Illinois House · Co-sponsor
TREASURER-INFRASTRUCTURE DEV

Creates the Infrastructure Development Act. Provides that the State Treasurer shall segregate a portion of the Treasurer's State investment portfolio in the Infrastructure Development Account, an account that shall be maintained separately and apart from other moneys invested by the State Treasurer. Allows the State Treasurer to make investments concerning the Infrastructure Development Account. Provides for Infrastructure Development Account-Recipient Funds created by Illinois infrastructure development firms in which the State Treasurer places money. Provides further requirements concerning Infrastructure Development Account-Recipient Funds. Provides for the adoption rules. Provides that the Infrastructure Development Fund is created as a special fund in the State treasury, which may receive a portion of earnings from the Infrastructure Development Account and may be used by the State Treasurer to pay expenses related to the Act. Defines terms. Amends the State Finance Act to provide for the Infrastructure Development Fund. Effective immediately. House Floor Amendment No. 2 Provides that the Infrastructure Development Fund is created as a non-appropriated trust fund (rather than a special fund) within the State Treasury. Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: New Act 30 ILCS 105/5.935 new Adds reference to: 5 ILCS 70/1 from Ch. 1, par. 1001 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Statute on Statutes. Makes a technical change in a Section regarding the application of the Act. Senate Floor Amendment No. 2 Deletes reference to: 5 ILCS 70/1 Adds reference to: 10 ILCS 5/2A-1.1b 10 ILCS 5/7-4 from Ch. 46, par. 7-4 10 ILCS 5/7-10 from Ch. 46, par. 7-10 10 ILCS 5/8-8 from Ch. 46, par. 8-8 25 ILCS 130/9-2.5 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Election Code. Provides that, notwithstanding any other provisions relating to voting by mail, for the 2022 general primary election, electors may request vote by mail ballots for the general primary election beginning on March 30, 2022 but no later than June 23, 2022. In provisions relating to petitions for nominations, for the 2022 general primary election only, the petition circulator shall certify that the signatures on the sheet were signed during the period of January 13, 2022 through March 14, 2022 or certify that the signatures on the sheet were signed during the period of January 13, 2022 through the date on which this Statement was sworn or affirmed to. Amends the Legislative Commission Reorganization Act of 1984. Provides that in 2022 the period during which newsletters and brochures may not be mailed begins on May 15, 2022 (currently, February 1). Defines "State Central Committeeperson". Effective immediately.

Signed into law Jan 7, 2022 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor HB 3401
Signed into law · Illinois House · Co-sponsor
MIDWIFE PRACTICE ACT

Creates the Licensed Certified Professional Midwife Practice Act. Provides for the licensure of certified professional midwives by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and for certain limitations on the activities of licensed certified professional midwives. Creates the Illinois Midwifery Board. Sets forth provisions concerning application; qualifications; exemptions; title protection; informed consent; consultation and referral; grounds for disciplinary action; reporting; and administrative procedures. Amends the Regulatory Sunset Act to set a repeal date for the new Act of January 1, 2032. House Floor Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 5 ILCS 80/4.41 new Adds reference to: New Act 5 ILCS 80/4.37 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes: Further amends the Licensed Certified Professional Midwife Practice Act. Creates provisions concerning Social Security Numbers on license applications; inactive status; grounds for disciplinary action; restoration of license; surrender of license; temporary suspension of license; rehearing; administrative review and certification of records; injunctions; investigation, notice, and hearings; hearing reports; hearing officers; motions for rehearing; certification of records by Department of Financial and Professional Regulation; violations; and fees. Make changes in provisions concerning definitions; exemptions; the Illinois Midwifery Board; powers and duties of the Department; licensure; expiration and renewal of licensure; scope of practice; annual reports; and vicarious liability. Further amends the Regulatory Sunset Act. Provides for repeal of the Licensed Certified Professional Midwife Practice Act on January 1, 2027 (rather than January 1, 2032). Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Reinserts the provisions of the engrossed bill with the following changes: Amends the Licensed Certified Professional Midwife Practice Act. In provisions concerning the Illinois Midwifery Board, provides that all board members must be residents of the State. Provides that all board members, except for the public member, must be licensed in good standing and, at the time of appointment, actively engaged in their respective professions. In provisions concerning licensure, provides that applicants have 3 years from the date of application to complete the application process. Makes changes in provisions concerning definitions; Social Security Numbers on license applications; exemptions; informed consent; scope of practice; transfer; annual reports; grounds for disciplinary action; and investigations, notice, and hearings. Removes references to the Disciplinary Board. Adds a January 1, 2022 effective date. Senate Floor Amendment No. 2 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Reinserts the provisions of the bill as amended by Senate Amendment No. 1 with the following changes: Provides that no physician, nurse, emergency medical personnel, hospital, or other health care institution shall be liable for any act or omission resulting from the provision of services by any licensed certified professional midwife solely on the basis that (rather than even if) the physician, nurse, emergency medical personnel, hospital, or other health care institution has consulted with or accepted a referral from the licensed certified professional midwife. Changes the effective date to October 1, 2022.

Signed into law Dec 14, 2021 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor HB 106
Signed into law · Illinois House · Co-sponsor
VEH CD-VEHICLE PART RECORDS

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that licensed dealers, financing affiliates, parts recyclers, scrap processors, repairers, rebuilders, and out-of-state salvage vehicle buyers shall retain records relating to the acquisition or disposition of tire rims and catalytic converters, including the date of the acquisition of each tire rim or catalytic converter and the name and address of the person from whom the tire rim or catalytic converter was acquired and, if that person is a dealer, the Illinois or out-of-state dealer license number of such person. Provides that, if the tire rim or catalytic converter being acquired is from a person other than a dealer, the licensee shall verify and record that person's identity by recording the identification numbers from at least 2 sources of identification, one of which shall be a driver's license or State identification card. House Floor Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 625 ILCS 5/5-401.2 Adds reference to: 815 ILCS 325/2 from Ch. 121 1/2, par. 322 815 ILCS 325/4.1 815 ILCS 325/8 from Ch. 121 1/2, par. 328 815 ILCS 325/9 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Recyclable Metal Purchase Registration Law. Imposes restrictions concerning the acquisition and disposition of catalytic converter contents, steel wheels, and aluminum wheels upon recyclable metal dealers rather than licensed vehicle dealers, financing affiliates, parts recyclers, scrap processors, repairers, rebuilders and out-of-state salvage vehicle buyers. Authorizes a fine of $1,000 or the value of the unlawfully recycled metal, whichever is greater, for a first offense and a fine of $5,000 or 3 times the value of the unlawfully recycled metal, whichever is greater, for a second or subsequent offense. Authorizes the Department of Revenue to initiate an action to prevent the unlawful operation of a recyclable metal dealer. House Floor Amendment No. 2 Deletes reference to: 815 ILCS 325/9 Removes a provision authorizing the Department of Revenue to initiate court actions to enforce the Recyclable Metal Purchase Registration Law. Senate Floor Amendment No. 2 Deletes reference to: 815 ILCS 325/2 815 ILCS 325/4.1 815 ILCS 325/8 Adds reference to: 5 ILCS 100/5-45.20 new 15 ILCS 305/12 from Ch. 124, par. 10.2 15 ILCS 305/30 65 ILCS 5/11-101-3 70 ILCS 3615/4.01 from Ch. 111 2/3, par. 704.01 70 ILCS 3615/4.09 from Ch. 111 2/3, par. 704.09 820 ILCS 191/21 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Secretary of State Act. Allows members and employees of the General Assembly to be allotted parking places in specified parking facilities and have their parking fee paid by the General Assembly. Allows for the adoption of emergency rules and permanent administrative rules by the Secretary of State to: (1) extend the expiration dates of driver's licenses, driving permits, monitoring device driving permits, restricted driving permits, and identification cards which were issued with expiration dates on or after January 1, 2020; and (2) modify the requirements for the renewal of driver's licenses, driving permits, monitoring device driving permits, restricted driving permits, and identification cards. Provides further requirements concerning extensions and renewals. Repeals provisions regarding emergency powers on January 1, 2023. Amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act to provide for specified emergency rulemaking. Makes conforming and other changes. Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that, subject to appropriation, the municipality shall replace windows and doors in at least 750 residences a year. Provides that residents who altered or modified a replacement window or accepted a replacement screen for the window shall not be disqualified from compensation or future services. Provides that residents who are eligible to receive replacement windows under provisions concerning noise mitigation and air quality shall be allowed to choose the color and type of replacement window. Provides that, for purposes of aiding in the selection of such replacement windows, a showcase and display of available replacement window types shall be established and located at Chicago Midway International Airport. Requires the appointment of members by the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate to an advisory committee concerning noise mitigation and air quality. Provides that the advisory committee shall develop a process in which homeowners can demonstrate extreme hardship. Provides that at least 10% of the homes receiving window and door replacement in a year shall be homes that have demonstrated extreme hardship. Requires the advisory committee to compile a report concerning the replacement of windows and doors. Makes conforming changes. Amends the Regional Transportation Authority Act. Provides that, due to the fiscal impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic: (i) the aggregate of all projected fare revenues in from fares and charges received in fiscal years 2021, 2022, and 2023 may be less than 50% of the aggregate costs of providing public transportation in those fiscal years in the Annual Budget and Two-Year Financial Plan of the Board of Directors of the Regional Transportation Authority; (ii) the Board is not required to remit an amount to the State for amounts received less than 50% of said costs in fiscal years 2021, 2022, and 2023; and (iii) the aggregate of all projected fare revenues from such fares and charges received in fiscal years 2021, 2022, and 2023 may be less than 10% of the aggregate costs of providing such ADA paratransit services in those fiscal years in the Annual Budget and Two-Year Financial Plan of the Board of Directors. Amends the Employee Sick Leave Act. Removes language exempting from coverage under the Act an employee of an employer subject to the provisions of Title II of the federal Railway Labor Act. Effective immediately.

Signed into law Dec 10, 2021 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor HB 1769
Signed into law · Illinois House · Co-sponsor
PROP TX-SUPPORTIVE LIVING

Amends the Property Tax Code. For the purposes of determining the fair cash value of a supportive living facility using the income capitalization approach, provides that gross potential income must not exceed the maximum individual Supplemental Security Income (SSI) amount, minus a resident's personal allowance, multiplied by the number of apartments authorized by the supportive living facility certification. Effective immediately. Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 35 ILCS 200/10-390 Adds reference to: New Act 30 ILCS 500/45-100 new 35 ILCS 5/236 new 35 ILCS 5/237 new 35 ILCS 5/704A 35 ILCS 120/5m new 35 ILCS 200/18-184.15 new 35 ILCS 630/2 from Ch. 120, par. 2002 35 ILCS 640/2-4 220 ILCS 5/9-222 from Ch. 111 2/3, par. 9-222 415 ILCS 5/52.10 new 815 ILCS 710/6 from Ch. 121 1/2, par. 756 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Creates the Reimagining Electric Vehicles in Illinois Act. Creates the Reimagining Electric Vehicles in Illinois (REV Illinois) Program to be administered by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. Provides that the Program shall provide financial incentives and tax credits to eligible manufacturers of electric vehicles, electric vehicle component parts, and electric vehicle power supply equipment. Amends the Illinois Income Tax Act, the Telecommunications Excise Tax Act, the Electricity Excise Tax Law, and the Public Utilities Act to make conforming changes. Amends the Property Tax Code to allow for property tax abatements for certain REV Illinois Project facilities. Amends the Illinois Procurement Code to provide that, in awarding contracts requiring the procurement of electric vehicles, preference shall be given to an otherwise qualified bidder or offeror who will fulfill the contract through the use of electric vehicles manufactured in Illinois. Amends the Environmental Protection Act to create the Electric Vehicle Permitting Task Force. Sets forth the membership of the Task Force and its duties and responsibilities. Amends the Motor Vehicle Franchise Act. Makes changes concerning reimbursement for parts provided in satisfaction of a warranty. Effective immediately. Senate Floor Amendment No. 4 Adds reference to: 35 ILCS 5/207 from Ch. 120, par. 2-207 In the definition provisions of the Reimagining Electric Vehicles in Illinois Act, removes electric motorcycles from an exclusion to the definition of "electric vehicle". Modifies provisions relating to REV Illinois Credits. Provides that applicants seeking certification for a tax credits related to the construction of the project facilities in the State shall require the contractor to enter into a project labor agreement (rather than a project labor agreement approved by the Department of Labor). Removes a provision allowing a pass-through entity that has been awarded a credit under the Act, its shareholders, or its partners to treat some or all of the credit awarded as a tax payment for purposes of the Illinois Income Tax Act. Provides that taxpayers required to submit to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity an annual report detailing the diversity of the taxpayer's own workforce must be a taxpayer with a workforce of 100 or more employees and provides that such taxpayers shall start making such report on April 15, 2025 and every year thereafter in which the taxpayer has an agreement under the Act (rather than each taxable year the taxpayer claims a credit under the Act). Provides that, for violations by specified contractors or subcontracts, violations may be enforced by the Department or the Illinois Department of Labor and the Attorney General shall represent such department. Provides that contractors and subcontracts are required to submit reports electronically. In provisions in the Illinois Procurement Code relating to preferences given in awarding of contracts for a bidder or offeror who uses electric vehicles manufactured in Illinois, provides that the purchasing agency may require additional information from bidders or offerors to verify whether an electric vehicle is manufactured in Illinois as defined in the provisions. Provides that agreements between the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and applicants under the Reimagining Electric Vehicles in Illinois Act shall include provisions concerning labor neutrality. Further amends the Illinois Income Tax Act to provide for net operating loss carryovers to each of the 20 taxable years following the taxable year of such loss (currently, 12 taxable years). Makes other changes.

Signed into law Nov 18, 2021 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor SB 967
Signed into law · Illinois Senate · Co-sponsor
HEALTHCARE-PREGNANT-POSTPARTUM

Amends the Community Mental Health Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title. Senate Floor Amendment No. 2 Deletes reference to: 405 ILCS 20/0.1 from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 300.1 Adds reference to: 5 ILCS 375/6.11 20 ILCS 1305/10-23 new 20 ILCS 2310/2310-222 20 ILCS 2310/2310-470 new 55 ILCS 5/5-1069.3 65 ILCS 5/10-4-2.3 105 ILCS 5/10-22.3f 215 ILCS 5/356z.4b new 215 ILCS 5/356z.40 new 215 ILCS 125/5-3 from Ch. 111 1/2, par. 1411.2 215 ILCS 165/10 from Ch. 32, par. 604 305 ILCS 5/5-2 from Ch. 23, par. 5-2 305 ILCS 5/5-5 from Ch. 23, par. 5-5 305 ILCS 5/5-5.24 305 ILCS 5/5-18.10 new Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Provides that the amendatory Act may be referred to as the Improving Health Care for Pregnant and Postpartum Individuals Act. Amends the Department of Human Services Act. Requires the Department of Human Services to expand and update its maternal child health programs to serve any pregnant or postpartum individuals identified as high-risk using criteria established by a multi-agency working group. Contains other provisions. Amends the Department of Public Health Powers and Duties Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. In provisions regarding obstetric hemorrhage and hypertension training, requires the Department of Public Health to ensure that all birthing facilities have a written policy for providers and staff of obstetric medicine and of the emergency department and other staff that may care for pregnant or postpartum women. Requires the Department on or before June 1, 2024, in collaboration with the Department of Human Services and specified entities, to revise or add to the rules of the Maternal and Child Health Services Code that govern the High Risk Infant Follow-up, using current scientific and national and State outcomes data, to expand existing services to improve both maternal and infant outcomes overall and to reduce racial disparities in outcomes and services provided. Contains other provisions. Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that an individual or group policy of accident and health insurance or qualified health plan that is amended, delivered, issued, or renewed on or after the amendatory Act's effective date shall allow hospitals separate reimbursement for a long-acting reversible contraceptive device provided immediately postpartum in the inpatient hospital setting before hospital discharge. Provides that an individual or group policy of accident and health insurance or managed care plan amended, delivered, issued, or renewed on or after the amendatory Act's effective date shall provide coverage for pregnancy and newborn care in accordance with specified federal provisions regarding essential health benefits. Contains requirements for pregnancy and postpartum coverage benefits. Makes conforming changes in the State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971, the Counties Code, the Illinois Municipal Code, the School Code, the Health Maintenance Organization Act, and the Voluntary Health Services Plans Act. Amends the Illinois Public Aid Code. Provides that, on or after July 1, 2022, individuals who are otherwise eligible for medical assistance under specified provisions shall receive coverage for perinatal depression screenings for the 12-month period beginning on the last day of their pregnancy, subject to specified conditions. Provides that within 90 days of the amendatory Act's effective date, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services shall seek federal approval of a State Plan amendment to expand coverage for family planning services that includes presumptive eligibility to individuals whose income is at or below 208% of the federal poverty level. Provides that the Department shall establish a medical assistance program to cover a universal postpartum visit within the first 3 weeks after childbirth and a comprehensive visit within 4 to 12 weeks postpartum for persons who are otherwise eligible for medical assistance under specified provisions. Makes other changes. Effective immediately. Governor Amendatory Veto Message Recommends that coverage for specified family planning services including presumptive eligibility to individuals whose income is at or below 208% of the federal poverty level shall be effective beginning no later than December 1, 2022 (rather than beginning July 1, 2022).

Signed into law Oct 8, 2021 1 co-sponsor
Primary HR 430
Passed · Illinois House · Lead sponsor
CONGRATS-HODGKINS 125 YRS

Congratulates the Village of Hodgkins on its 125 year anniversary and Hodgkins Village President Noel Cummings for being the longest serving village president/mayor in the State of Illinois.

Passed Sep 9, 2021 0 co-sponsors
Co-sponsor SB 2088
Signed into law · Illinois Senate · Co-sponsor
SCH CD-SUSPEND/EXPEL PUPIL

Amends the School Code. Provides that a school district may adopt a policy providing that if a student is suspended or expelled for any reason from any public or private school in this or any other state, the student must complete the entire term of the suspension or expulsion before being allowed to attend the school district in person (rather than before being admitted into the school district). Provides that this policy must require the provision of an educational continuity plan for suspended or expelled students; sets forth requirements for the plan. Makes changes concerning the State Board of Education's standard form that Illinois school districts are required to provide to any student who is moving out of the school district. Makes other changes concerning the transfer of a student and the suspension or expulsion of a student. Senate Floor Amendment No. 4 Deletes reference to: 105 ILCS 5/2-3.13a from Ch. 122, par. 2-3.13a 105 ILCS 5/10-22.6 from Ch. 122, par. 10-22.6 Adds reference to: 105 ILCS 5/2-3.64a-10 105 ILCS 5/22-90 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the School Code. In provisions about appointment of members by the State Superintendent of Education to a committee relating to kindergarten assessment, includes state policy advocates, early childhood administrators, and other stakeholders as members. Adds, as a goal of the Whole Child Task Force, recommending legislation, policies, and practices to prevent learning loss in students during periods of suspension and expulsion, including, but not limited to, remote instruction. House Committee Amendment No. 1 Adds one member who represents an organization representing regional offices of education to the membership of the Whole Child Task Force.

Signed into law Aug 27, 2021 1 co-sponsor
Co-sponsor HB 2109
Signed into law · Illinois House · Co-sponsor
REGULATION-TECH

Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title. House Floor Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 215 ILCS 5/1 Adds reference to: 215 ILCS 5/356z.43 new 215 ILCS 125/5-3 from Ch. 111 1/2, par. 1411.2 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that an individual or group policy of accident and health insurance or managed care plan that is amended, delivered, issued, or renewed on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act shall provide coverage for medically necessary comprehensive cancer testing and testing of blood or constitutional tissue for cancer predisposition testing as determined by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all of its branches. Provides that the coverage shall be provided without any prior authorization requirements. Defines terms. Makes a corresponding change in the Health Maintenance Organization Act. Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Replaces everything after the enacting clause with the provisions of the engrossed bill with the following changes. Removes provisions amending the Illinois Insurance Code that provide that coverage for comprehensive cancer testing shall be provided without any prior authorization requirements. Removes a definition of "prior authorization".

Signed into law Aug 27, 2021 1 co-sponsor
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