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Introduced
01/28/2025
01/28/2025
In Committee
05/07/2025
05/07/2025
Crossed Over
04/10/2025
04/10/2025
Passed
08/15/2025
08/15/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
08/15/2025
08/15/2025
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Highway Advertising Control Act of 1971. Provides that the Department of Transportation shall adopt rules specifying the standards for registration of certain signs under the Act. Provides that if an application for a permit has been denied, written notice of the decision shall cite the specific federal law, State law, Illinois Administrative Code section, or Code of Federal Regulations section related to the denial and state in detail why the application was denied (rather than only state in detail why the application was denied). Adds the failure of the Department to act upon any permit within the designated time limit under the Act or the rules adopted by the Department to reasons a person can appeal a decision by the Department. Provides that proceedings for an appeal shall commence within 30 days after the receipt of the appeal request. Adds requirements for a hearing conducted under the Act and requires an administrative law judge to present a written proposal that contains findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommendations for a final decision to the Secretary of Transportation within 30 days after conclusion of a hearing. Adopts and incorporates the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act. Requires the Department to adopt rules regarding the implementation and enforcement of the Act (rather than permits the Department to establish rules and regulations). Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Highway Advertising Control Act of 1971 to improve the process for registering and permitting highway signs. The bill requires the Department of Transportation to adopt specific rules for sign registration and mandates that when a permit application is denied, the written notice must cite the exact legal basis for the denial. The legislation adds a new provision allowing individuals to appeal if the Department fails to act on a permit within the designated time limit. The bill also establishes a more structured hearing process, requiring an administrative law judge to present detailed written findings and recommendations to the Secretary of Transportation within 30 days after a hearing concludes. Additionally, the bill incorporates the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act and changes the language from the Department "may" establish rules to "shall" adopt rules, making rule-making mandatory. The bill introduces new sections that outline the hearing procedures, including timelines for responses, decision-making, and a provision for judicial review of administrative decisions. The changes aim to create a more transparent, accountable, and standardized process for highway sign permitting and regulation, with specific provisions to ensure timely and well-documented decision-making. The act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0199 (on 08/15/2025)
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