Rep. Joyce Mason

Amends the Foreign Bank Representative Office Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title. Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 205 ILCS 650/1 Adds reference to: 5 ILCS 80/4.30 5 ILCS 80/4.40 new 225 ILCS 85/30 from Ch. 111, par. 4150 225 ILCS 85/33 from Ch. 111, par. 4153 225 ILCS 85/35.3 from Ch. 111, par. 4155.3 225 ILCS 85/35.5 from Ch. 111, par. 4155.5 225 ILCS 85/35.9 from Ch. 111, par. 4155.9 225 ILCS 85/35.10 from Ch. 111, par. 4155.10 225 ILCS 85/35.21 225 ILCS 85/2.5 rep. 225 ILCS 85/29 rep. 225 ILCS 85/35.12 rep. Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Regulatory Sunset Act. Extends the repeal date of the Pharmacy Practice Act from January 1, 2020 to January 1, 2030. Amends the Pharmacy Practice Act. Changes reference from reinstated licensure to restored licensure. Provides that members of the State Board of Pharmacy shall have no liability in any action based upon any disciplinary proceedings or other activity performed in good faith as a member of the Board (rather than the Board shall be indemnified by the State for any actions occurring within the scope of services on the Board, done in good faith, and not willful and wanton in nature). Provides that exhibits shall be included in the record of proceedings. Provides that a hearing officer has the power to administer oaths to witnesses at hearings. Removes provisions providing that, if the Board has rendered a recommendation with respect to a particular license or certificate, the Director (now Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation) shall, if he or she disagrees with or takes action contrary to the recommendation of the Board, file with the Board his or her specific written reasons of disagreement with the Board. Provides that the Department may (rather than shall) adopt rules to permit the issuance of citations to any licensee for any violation of the Act or the rules. Repeals provisions regarding obsolete references to the Department of Professional Regulation and the Director of Professional Regulation, provisions requiring the Department to maintain a roster of licensees and registrants, and provisions allowing the Secretary of Financial and Professional Regulation to negotiate agreements with licensees resulting in disciplinary consent orders. Effective immediately. House Floor Amendment No. 5 Deletes reference to: 5 ILCS 80/4.30 5 ILCS 80/4.40 new 225 ILCS 85/30 225 ILCS 85/33 225 ILCS 85/35.3 225 ILCS 85/35.5 225 ILCS 85/35.9 225 ILCS 85/35.10 225 ILCS 85/35.21 225 ILCS 85/2.5 rep. 225 ILCS 85/29 rep. 225 ILCS 85/35.12 rep. Adds reference to: 225 ILCS 317/30 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Fire Sprinkler Contractor Licensing Act. Makes changes to a provision concerning qualifications for any person who performs certain inspection and testing duties before January 1, 2022. Provides that after December 31, 2021, any individual who performs certain inspection and testing duties must possess proof of (i) certification by a nationally recognized certification organization at an appropriate level, such as NICET Level III (instead of NICET Level II) in Inspection and Testing of Water Based Systems or the equivalent, (ii) a valid ASSE 15010 certification in "inspection, testing and maintenance for water-based fire protection systems", or (iii) satisfactory completion of a certified sprinkler fitter apprenticeship program approved by the United States Department of Labor. Provides that the requirements do not apply to individuals performing inspections or testing of fire sprinkler systems on behalf of a municipality, a county, a fire protection district, or the Office of the State Fire Marshal or to a stationary engineer, operating engineer, or other individual employed on a full-time basis by the facility owner or owner's representative performing weekly and monthly inspections and tests in accordance with applicable National Fire Protection Association standards. Makes conforming and other changes. Effective immediately. House Floor Amendment No. 6 Changes the effective date to June 1, 2020 (instead of immediate).

Amends the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act. Provides that a court shall not recognize and enforce an order entered by a foreign court for dissolution of marriage on the basis of comity if a party named in the foreign dissolution of marriage did not receive appropriate notice of the proceedings in the foreign country. Provides that if appropriate notice of a foreign dissolution of marriage was not received by a named party, the party may file a petition for dissolution of marriage regardless of any judgment entered by the foreign country. Effective immediately.

Creates the Illinois Legislative Youth Advisory Council Act. Provides that the purpose of the Council is to facilitate communication between the youth of the State of Illinois and the elected branches of State government regarding the issues, interests, and needs important to youth in the State of Illinois. Creates an Advisory Board, consisting of 2 members of the House of Representatives, one each appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives; and 2 members of the Senate, one each appointed by the President of the Senate and the Minority Leader of the Senate, to facilitate the functions of the Council. Provides for the application and nomination process for prospective members of the Council. Sets forth membership and meeting requirements and the powers of the Council. Provides that members of the Council shall serve one-year terms, but may be re-elected if they continue to be nominated and qualified to serve as members. Provides for the election of a President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Clerk at the first Council meeting of the year. Requires the Council to submit an annual report to the General Assembly and the Governor. Creates the Illinois Legislative Youth Advisory Council Fund as a special fund in the State treasury. Provides that all moneys in the Fund shall be used to reimburse Council members for actual expenses incurred in traveling to Council meetings, including travel, food, and lodging, and printing the annual report. Amends the State Finance Act. Adds the Illinois Legislative Youth Advisory Council Fund. Effective immediately. House Floor Amendment No. 1 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with changes. Provides that the Illinois Legislative Youth Advisory Council shall be an entity created under the legislative branch, and maintained and staffed under the executive branch (currently, maintained and staffed under the legislative branch) by the Office of the Governor or an agency designated by the Governor that is under the jurisdiction of the Governor. Modifies the initial terms of members of the Advisory Board of the Council. Provides for the nomination of members to the Council by State Representatives (currently, State Senators). Provides that the Council shall convene each year on the Saturday (currently, Thursday) following the second Wednesday of January in the State Capitol, unless the General Assembly is in session. Provides for an alternative meeting place if one or both chambers at the State Capitol cannot accommodate the meeting. Removes requirement that the Council shall meet at least once within 100 days after its initial meeting. Provides that staff and administrative support for the Council shall be provided by the Office of the Governor or an agency designated by the Governor that is under the jurisdiction of the Governor (currently, designated by the General Assembly). Provides that the report submitted to the General Assembly and the Governor shall be submitted electronically. Effective immediately. Fiscal Note (Office of Management and Budget) This Bill would have no fiscal impact to the Governor's Office of Management and Budget and minimal fiscal impact on the state due to the listed reimbursements. Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: New Act 30 ILCS 105/5.891 new Adds reference to: 25 ILCS 120/6.7 new Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Compensation Review Act. Prohibits cost-of-living adjustments for or during the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2019 for State government legislative and executive elected officers and appointees in positions for which the Compensation Review Board previously recommended or determined compensation. Effective immediately.

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that the amendatory Act may be referred to as the License to Work Act. Deletes language providing that all notices sent to a person involved in an administrative proceeding shall state that failure to satisfy any fine or penalty shall result in the Secretary of State suspending his or her driving privileges, vehicle registration, or both. Provides that the Secretary is authorized to cancel any license or permit if the holder failed to pay any fees owed to the Secretary for the license or permit (rather than failure to pay any fees, civil penalties owed to the Illinois Commerce Commission, or taxes due upon reasonable notice and demand). Provides that a person whose driver's license was canceled, suspended, or revoked under certain circumstances shall have his or her driving privileges reinstated. Deletes language providing that the reporting requirements for public officials shall apply to a truant minor in need of supervision, an addicted minor, or a delinquent minor whose driver's license has been suspended. Provides for the immediate revocation of the license, permit, or driving privileges of any driver if the driver was convicted of a misdemeanor relating to a motor vehicle if the person exercised actual physical control over the vehicle during the commission of the offense. Provides that the Secretary is authorized to suspend or revoke the driving privileges of any person without a preliminary hearing if the person has been convicted of criminal trespass to vehicle if the person exercised actual physical control over the vehicle during the commission of the offense. Provides that in order to be subject to suspension or revocation for violation of specific provisions of the Liquor Control Act of 1934, a person must also be an occupant of a motor vehicle at the time of the violation. Deletes language authorizing the Secretary to suspend or revoke the driving privileges of a person without a preliminary hearing for specific adjudications or violations. Deletes language providing that the owner of a registered vehicle that has failed to pay any fine or penalty due and owing as a result of 10 or more violations shall have his or her driving privileges suspended. Repeals Sections concerning the suspension of a driver's license for theft of motor fuel and suspension of driving privileges for failure to satisfy fines or penalties for toll violations or evasions. Effective July 1, 2020.

Amends the Regional Board of School Trustees Article of the School Code. Provides that a vacancy on the regional board of school trustees shall be filled from the same county (rather than territory) by the remaining board members until the next election and that removal of the member filling the vacancy from the county shall constitute a vacancy. Effective immediately.

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that the Secretary of State may issue special registration plates designated as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness license plates. Provides that the original fee and renewal fee shall be $25. Creates the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Fund. Makes corresponding changes in the State Finance Act. House Committee Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 30 ILCS 105/5.891 new 625 ILCS 5/3-699.17 new Adds reference to: 625 ILCS 5/3-421 from Ch. 95 1/2, par. 3-421 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that, if a person has a registration plate in his or her name and seeks to reassign the registration plate to his or her spouse, the Secretary shall waive any transfer fee or vanity or personalized registration plate fee upon both spouses signing a form authorizing the reassignment of registration. Provides that, if a registrant seeks to reassign the registration plate to his or her child, the Secretary shall waive any transfer fee or vanity or personalized registration plate fee. Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Adds reference to: 625 ILCS 5/6-305 Provides that a person who rents a motor vehicle to another may inspect the person's driver's license through electronic or digital means. Requires a person renting a vehicle to another to verify that the driver's license of the person is unexpired (instead of comparing the signature on the driver's license to the signature on the rental agreement). Removes a requirement that a person renting a vehicle to another keep a record of when the person renting the vehicle was issued a driver's license.

Amends the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act. Modifies the disclosure of economic interests Article to provide for separate provisions concerning statements of economic interests to be filed with the Secretary of State and the county clerk respectively. Amends the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act. Provides that Ethics Officers designated for an office or State agency under the jurisdiction of the Executive Ethics Commission or designated by a Regional Transit Board shall, among other responsibilities, review statements of economic interest and disclosure forms of officers, senior employees, and contract monitors before they are filed with the Secretary of State if the statements of economic interest are filed by hard copy. Provides that if such statements are filed online, the Ethics Officer shall review the statements of economic interest and disclosure forms of officers, senior employees, and contract monitors within 15 days after the filing deadline. Makes conforming changes. Effective immediately. House Floor Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 5 ILCS 420/4A-101 from Ch. 127, par. 604A-101 5 ILCS 420/4A-101.5 new 5 ILCS 420/4A-102 from Ch. 127, par. 604A-102 5 ILCS 420/4A-105 from Ch. 127, par. 604A-105 5 ILCS 420/4A-106 from Ch. 127, par. 604A-106 5 ILCS 420/4A-106.5 new 5 ILCS 420/4A-107 from Ch. 127, par. 604A-107 5 ILCS 420/4A-108 5 ILCS 430/20-23 Adds reference to: 5 ILCS 140/7.5 5 ILCS 315/6 from Ch. 48, par. 1606 5 ILCS 315/6.5 new 5 ILCS 315/10 from Ch. 48, par. 1610 15 ILCS 405/20 from Ch. 15, par. 220 40 ILCS 5/1-167 new 50 ILCS 740/8 from Ch. 85, par. 538 115 ILCS 5/3 from Ch. 48, par. 1703 115 ILCS 5/11.1 new 115 ILCS 5/11.2 new 115 ILCS 5/14 from Ch. 48, par. 1714 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Illinois Public Labor Relations Act and the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act. Provides that an employer is required to furnish the exclusive bargaining representative with a complete list of the names and addresses of the public employees in the bargaining unit at least once each month. Provides that the employer shall not discourage employees or applicants from becoming or remaining union members or authorizing dues deductions, and shall not otherwise interfere with the relationship between employees and their exclusive bargaining representative. Provides that the employer shall refer all inquiries about union membership to the exclusive bargaining representative, with certain exceptions. Provides that the employer may not disclose certain personal information with respect to any employee, except to that employee's exclusive representative. Contains provisions concerning the collection of dues. Amends the Illinois Pension Code. Prohibits the disclosure of certain personal information regarding participants and members. Makes other changes. Correctional Note, House Floor Amendment No. 1 (Dept of Corrections) There is no fiscal or population impact on the Department of Corrections. Land Conveyance Appraisal Note, House Floor Amendment No. 1 (Dept. of Transportation) No land conveyances are included in Senate Bill 1784 (H-AM 1); therefore, there are no appraisals to be filed. State Debt Impact Note, House Floor Amendment No. 1 (Government Forecasting & Accountability) SB 1784 (H-AM 1) would not change the amount of authorization for any type of State-issued or State-supported bond, and, therefore, would not affect the level of State indebtedness. Balanced Budget Note, House Floor Amendment No. 1 (Office of Management and Budget) The Balanced Budget Note Act does not apply to this bill as it is not a supplemental appropriation that increases or decreases appropriations. Under the Act, a balanced budget note must be prepared only for bills that change a general funds appropriation for the fiscal year in which the new bill is enacted. Judicial Note, House Floor Amendment No. 1 (Admin Office of the Illinois Courts) This legislation would neither increase nor decrease the number of judges needed in the State of Illinois. Pension Note, House Floor Amendment No. 1 (Government Forecasting & Accountability) There is no discernible fiscal impact associated with SB 1784, as amended by HA 1. Fiscal Note, House Floor Amendment No. 1 (IL Educational Labor Relations Board) In the event Senate Bill 1784 (H-AM 1) passes and becomes law, it is not expected to have any measurable fiscal impact on the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Board. Housing Affordability Impact Note, House Floor Amendment No. 1 (Housing Development Authority) This bill will have no effect on the cost of constructing, purchasing, owning, or selling a single-family residence. House Floor Amendment No. 2 Makes changes to the bill as amended by House Amendment No. 1 by providing that certain references to dues of a labor organization also include other payments to a labor organization. Makes a technical correction to change a reference from "employee" to "participant". Provides that certain provisions of House Amendment No. 1 concerning the disclosure of information by a pension fund or retirement system do no apply to a labor organization or other voluntary association affiliated with a labor organization or labor federation (in House Amendment No. 1, a labor organization or an exclusive representative).

Amends the State Employee Health Savings Account Law. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title. House Floor Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 5 ILCS 377/10-1 Adds reference to: 55 ILCS 5/4-11001.5 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the Counties Code. Provides that the Lake County board shall adopt an ordinance or resolution reestablishing the Lake County Children's Advocacy Center Pilot Program, which allowed a juror to donate his or her juror fees to the Lake County Children's Advocacy Center, and allows juror fees be donated through December 31, 2021 (currently, through December 31, 2018). Provides that the Lake County board shall make 2 additional reports, on July 1, 2020 and July 1, 2021, to the General Assembly and the Governor on the Pilot Program. Extends the date repealing the Lake County Children's Advocacy Center Pilot Program and related provisions to January 1, 2022 (currently, December 31, 2019). Effective immediately.

Amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code. Provides that the Department of State Police shall annually compile and submit a report to the Governor and General Assembly no later than May 31 of each calendar year on the number of persons reported as posing a clear and present danger to themselves or others by persons required to report that information to the Department of State Police under the Code. Provides that the report shall be based on information submitted by each county, municipality, public elementary or secondary school, private elementary or secondary school, or public or private community college, college, or university of the State without disclosing individual identifying information of the persons who pose the clear and present danger to themselves or others. Provides that if the person who poses the clear and present danger is reported by home address and the person attends a school, college, or university, then the compilation shall only include that individual once in the report for the total annual compilation. House Committee Amendment No. 1 Deletes reference to: 405 ILCS 5/6-103.3 Adds reference to: New Act Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Creates the Cancer Clinical Trial Participation Program Act. Presents the findings of the General Assembly. Provides that an independent third-party organization may develop and implement a cancer clinical trial participation program to provide reimbursement to subjects for ancillary costs associated with participation in a cancer clinical trial. Requires the program to collaborate with physicians, health care providers, and cancer clinical trial sponsors to notify a prospective subject about the program, reimburse subjects based on financial need, and provide reimbursement for ancillary costs. Provides that an organization administering the program shall provide written notice to prospective subjects of the requirements. Provides that reimbursement under the program at a trial site that conducts cancer clinical trials must be reviewed and approved by the institutional review board associated with the cancer clinical trial for which the reimbursement is provided and that an organization operating the program is not required to obtain approval from an institutional review board on the financial eligibility of a subject who is medically eligible for the program. Requires an organization operating the program to provide subjects with specified written notice. Provides that reimbursement to a subject of ancillary costs under the program does not constitute an undue inducement to participate in a cancer clinical trial and is not considered coercion or the exertion of undue influence to participate in a cancer clinical trial. Allows an organization that administers the program to accept gifts, grants, and donations from any public or private source to implement the Act. Effective immediately.

Creates the Student Athlete Endorsement Act. Prohibits (i) an institution of higher learning from upholding any rule, requirement, standard, or other limitation that prevents a student athlete of that institution from earning compensation as a result of the use of the student's name, image, or likeness and earning compensation from the use of a student athlete's name, image, or likeness from affecting the student's scholarship eligibility; (ii) an athletic association, conference, or other group or organization with authority over intercollegiate athletics from preventing a student athlete of an institution from earning compensation as a result of the use of the student's name, image, or likeness; (iii) an athletic association, conference, or other group or organization with authority over intercollegiate athletics from preventing an institution from participating in intercollegiate athletics as a result of the compensation of a student athlete for the use of the student's name, image, or likeness; and (iv) an institution, athletic association, conference, or other group or organization with authority over intercollegiate athletics from providing a prospective student athlete with compensation in relation to the athlete's name, image, or likeness. Sets forth provisions concerning professional representation and contracts. Effective January 1, 2023. House Committee Amendment No. 1 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Reinserts the contents of the bill with the following changes. Changes the definition of "institution" to mean a publicly or privately operated college or university located in this State that offers baccalaureate degrees (rather than providing that "institution" has the meaning given to that term under the Higher Education Student Assistance Act). Provides that professional representation provided by an athlete agent to a student athlete shall be by a person licensed pursuant to the Illinois Athlete Agents Act. Effective January 1, 2023.