Bill > HB0042

This bill amends two Illinois library-related acts to provide more flexible payment options for nonresident library fees. Specifically, the bill allows library boards to permit nonresidents to pay their library usage fees quarterly or biannually, instead of requiring a single upfront payment. The changes apply to both city/town/village libraries and public library districts. Nonresident fees are designed to ensure that people who live outside a library's tax jurisdiction pay a fair price for library services, with the fee amount calculated according to a formula established by the Illinois State Library. The bill maintains existing exemptions to these fees, such as for students from low-income households, property owners who pay taxes in the library's jurisdiction, and those covered by library system or reciprocal agreements. The legislation provides library boards with additional administrative flexibility in managing nonresident library card programs while ensuring equitable access to library services. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

Government Affairs

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=42&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104