Bill > HB4236

This bill amends the Unified Code of Corrections, the Election Code, and the Illinois Municipal Code to restore the right of individuals with felony convictions to be nominated for and elected to public office, with some important exceptions. Specifically, after completing their full sentence, including parole or mandatory supervised release, individuals convicted of felonies would be eligible to run for "elective public office," which is defined as any office created by the state constitution, state law, or county or municipal ordinance. However, the bill explicitly excludes people convicted of a felony, bribery, perjury, or other infamous crime while serving as a public official in the state from regaining this right. The legislation aims to reduce barriers for individuals with past criminal convictions by providing a pathway to civic participation after they have served their sentences, recognizing the potential for rehabilitation and reintegration into community leadership roles. By making these changes across multiple sections of Illinois law, the bill ensures consistent treatment of individuals seeking to restore their political rights following a felony conviction.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=4236&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104