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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
04/11/2025
04/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that the Department of Corrections shall convene a special task force to study and propose recommendations regarding ADA requirements in correctional institutions and facilities for aging committed persons with life sentences. Provides that the task force shall be composed of no more than 22 members appointed by the Director of Corrections. Provides that the Director of Corrections shall, in appointing the task force, attempt to ensure that the membership on the task force represents the geographic diversity of the State. Provides that members of the task force shall serve without compensation and may not receive reimbursement for any expenses incurred in performing their duties as members of the task force. Provides that the task force shall study and make recommendations regarding the following topics: (1) the number of individuals in correctional institutions and facilities who have disabilities, including sight, hearing, and mobility issues; (2) how the population in paragraph (1) are being accommodated; (3) how many committed persons are not having their needs met; and (4) what areas, as it relates to ADA accessibility, correctional institutions and facilities that are unable to provide adequate accommodations and care for aging committed persons with disabilities. Provides that the task force must submit its recommendations as to any changes in the ADA standards for correctional institutions and facilities to the General Assembly on or before July 1, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a special task force within the Illinois Department of Corrections to study and make recommendations about Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements in correctional institutions, specifically focusing on aging prisoners serving life sentences. The task force will consist of up to 22 members appointed by the Director of Corrections, including representatives from county jails, community health service providers, disability rights organizations, and members of the general public, with an effort to ensure geographic diversity across the state. Task force members will serve without compensation or expense reimbursement. The group's primary responsibilities include conducting a comprehensive study on the number of incarcerated individuals with disabilities (such as sight, hearing, and mobility impairments), assessing how these individuals are currently accommodated, identifying unmet needs, and determining which correctional facilities struggle to provide adequate ADA-compliant accommodations for aging prisoners with disabilities. By July 1, 2026, the task force is required to submit recommendations for potential changes to ADA standards in correctional facilities to the Illinois General Assembly, with the ultimate goal of improving accessibility and care for prisoners with disabilities.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 04/11/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3431&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3431eng.htm |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3431.htm |
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