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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that notwithstanding any other provision of law or rule, the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts and the Department of Juvenile Justice shall adopt necessary administrative rules governing the employment and qualifications of personnel serving county-operated juvenile detention centers to permit the employment of personnel that possess less than a bachelor's degree, including the hiring of applicants that possess a high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate and are otherwise determined to be qualified for the position. Provides that, notwithstanding any other provision of law or rule, the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts and the Department of Juvenile Justice shall adopt necessary administrative rules governing personnel and training to facilitate appropriate training and qualification of county correctional officers to serve within county-operated juvenile detention centers as determined as needed by the county sheriff.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Unified Code of Corrections to provide more flexibility in hiring personnel for county-operated juvenile detention centers. Specifically, the bill allows the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts and the Department of Juvenile Justice to create administrative rules that permit hiring personnel with less than a bachelor's degree, including individuals with a high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate who are otherwise deemed qualified for the position. The legislation also authorizes these agencies to develop administrative rules for personnel training and qualifications for county correctional officers serving in juvenile detention centers, as determined necessary by the county sheriff. This change appears designed to address potential staffing challenges by broadening the pool of eligible candidates and providing more discretion to hiring authorities in assessing an applicant's qualifications beyond traditional educational requirements. The bill recognizes that relevant experience, skills, and other qualifications may be equally important in determining an individual's suitability for working in juvenile detention settings.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 03/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3010&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3010.htm |
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