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This bill updates the Illinois Emergency Management Agency Act by making several key modifications to the state's emergency management framework. The bill introduces and defines the term "Mobile Support Team" (MST) as a group of individuals designated to aid and reinforce emergency management efforts during incidents, disasters, national special security events, or large public events. It expands the Governor's and Director's powers to activate these teams both within and outside Illinois, including through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact. The bill changes reimbursement provisions, making it permissive rather than mandatory for political subdivisions to be compensated for expenses related to MSTs. It also modifies the oath of office requirements for emergency management personnel, allowing for more flexible administration of oaths, including through electronic means. Additionally, the bill adds new definitions such as "cyber incident" and "incident" to the existing law, and provides more detailed provisions about the operational control, compensation, and legal protections for MST personnel during activation. These changes aim to enhance the state's emergency preparedness and response capabilities by providing more flexibility and clarity in emergency management operations.

Government Affairs

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2408&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104