Bill > HB1842

This bill amends the Illinois Municipal Code to expand the powers of hearing officers in administrative adjudication proceedings. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision (Section 5) that allows hearing officers to enter orders prohibiting future code violations and compelling the remediation of existing code violations within a specified timeframe. The hearing officers are now explicitly authorized to direct municipalities to take all necessary steps to address these violations. The bill maintains existing provisions that limit hearing officers' powers, such as prohibiting them from imposing incarceration penalties or fines exceeding $50,000. The legislation builds upon the existing administrative adjudication system, which provides a structured process for municipalities to address code violations through administrative hearings rather than traditional court proceedings. Hearing officers must still meet previous training requirements, including being licensed attorneys with at least three years of practice in Illinois, and must follow established procedural guidelines when conducting hearings and issuing determinations about code violations.

Government Affairs, Justice

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1842&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104