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This bill amends the Illinois Civil Administrative Code by adding a new provision that requires the Division of Professional Regulation (within the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation) to waive or refund application fees for professional licenses if the division fails to process an application within 30 days of receipt. Specifically, if the division does not complete processing an application within the 30-day timeframe, the applicant will either have their application fee waived before payment or be refunded the fee if they have already paid. This legislation aims to ensure timely processing of professional license applications and provides a financial protection mechanism for applicants who experience delays in the licensing process. The bill creates accountability for the regulatory agency by imposing a financial consequence for administrative delays, which could potentially incentivize more efficient application processing.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1839&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104