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Introduced
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
In Committee
02/18/2025
02/18/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Appropriates $10,000,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for the purpose of awarding grants to units of local government for the demolition or repair of commercial buildings that are detrimental to public health or safety as a result of one or more of the following: dilapidation; obsolescence; deterioration; or the failure of the building to meet minimum building code standards. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $10 million from the General Revenue Fund to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to provide grants to local governments for addressing problematic commercial buildings. The grants can be used to demolish or repair buildings that pose risks to public health and safety, specifically targeting structures that are dilapidated, obsolete, deteriorated, or do not meet minimum building code standards. These conditions often indicate that a building is unsafe or unfit for use, potentially creating hazards for nearby residents or businesses. The bill aims to help local governments improve their urban environments by addressing dangerous or blighted commercial properties, with the funding providing a financial mechanism for municipalities to take action. The appropriation is effective immediately, allowing local governments to quickly access funds for addressing these building issues.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments (on 07/02/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1762&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1762.htm |
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