Bill > HB1763

This bill amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act by adding a new section specifically addressing social clubs, which are defined as private establishments serving as premises for a formal member organization focused on pleasure, recreation, and other purposes (explicitly excluding fitness centers and community pools). The bill prohibits social clubs from charging members who are delinquent or in poor standing for periods when they are not allowed to access the club or its services, and any contract that violates this provision is deemed void and unenforceable. The new law will apply to all contracts entered into, amended, renewed, or extended on or after the effective date, and any violation will be considered an unlawful practice under the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law, providing consumer protection by preventing social clubs from charging membership fees during periods of restricted access or membership suspension.

Business and Industry, Justice

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1763&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104