Bill > HB1735

This bill amends the Illinois Election Code to create strict criminal penalties for non-citizen voting. Specifically, the bill establishes that any non-citizen who knowingly registers to vote or votes in any election, including municipal elections, will be charged with a Class 3 felony. Additionally, any person who knowingly assists a non-citizen in registering to vote will also be guilty of a Class 3 felony. A Class 3 felony in Illinois is a serious criminal offense that typically carries potential prison time and significant legal consequences. The bill includes a caveat that these provisions do not override any existing federal laws that might provide different guidelines. By creating these criminal penalties, the bill aims to prevent non-citizens from participating in elections and to discourage voter registration fraud, with the intent of preserving the electoral process for United States citizens. The bill would take effect immediately upon becoming law.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1735&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104