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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the PRIOR Act. Defines terms. Provides that a Pre-Regulatory Impact Assessment shall be completed and presented to the General Assembly before legislation creating a new occupational regulation, expanding the scope of practice of a licensed occupation, or increasing the personal qualification for an occupational regulation can be voted on by a committee or the General Assembly. Provides that, on or before the first day of the General Assembly's legislative session, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the President of the Senate, and the Chair of each relevant committee shall assign to the relevant committee or legislative staff the responsibility to analyze legislation creating a new occupational regulation, expanding the scope of practice of a licensed occupation, or increasing the personal qualifications for an occupational regulation and the accompanying Pre-Regulatory Impact Application submitted by proponents of the legislation. Provides that the designated staff are responsible for (i) reviewing legislation that requires a Pre-Regulatory Impact Assessment to ensure the least restrictive regulation is being proposed and (ii) preparing a Pre-Regulatory Impact Assessment that shall be considered with the legislation by the General Assembly. Provides that a proponent of a piece of legislation shall submit a Pre-Regulation Impact Application to the designated staff. Sets forth requirements for an application. Sets forth actions that designated staff may take. Sets forth a temporary moratorium on the creation of new occupational regulations. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill creates the PRIOR Act, which establishes a comprehensive review process for new occupational regulations in Illinois. The legislation aims to ensure that any new licensing requirements or expansions of existing occupational regulations are truly necessary to protect public health and safety. The bill requires proponents of new occupational regulations to submit a detailed Pre-Regulatory Impact Application that analyzes potential harm, equity concerns, and alternative regulatory approaches. Designated legislative staff must then conduct an in-depth assessment that considers the least restrictive regulatory option, examining factors such as financial impacts, barriers to entry, and consumer protection. The assessment must explore alternatives to full licensing, ranging from market competition to targeted regulations, and provide a written recommendation about the necessity of the proposed regulation. The bill also implements a temporary moratorium on new occupational regulations beginning January 1, 2026, with exceptions for demonstrating significant harm, and establishes a policy that individuals have a fundamental right to pursue lawful occupations with minimal government interference. The ultimate goal is to prevent unnecessary regulatory burdens that could restrict economic opportunities while still maintaining appropriate consumer protections.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (7)
Justin Slaughter (D)*,
Jed Davis (R),
Lisa Davis (D),
La Shawn Ford (D),
Barbara Hernandez (D),
Marty McLaughlin (R),
Kevin Olickal (D),
Last Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Martin McLaughlin (on 04/07/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3651&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3651.htm |
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