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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Provides that sovereign immunity from civil suit in federal court is waived consistent with specified provisions of Title 23 of the United States Code and limited to the compliance, discharge, or enforcement of a responsibility assumed by the Department of Transportation under the Law. Provides that the provision applies only to actions that are authorized under the law and does not create liability that exceeds the liability created under specified provisions of Title 23 of the United States Code.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Department of Transportation Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois by adding a new section that waives the state's sovereign immunity, which is a legal protection that generally prevents the state from being sued, specifically in federal court. This waiver is made consistent with certain provisions in Title 23 of the United States Code, which are federal laws related to highways and transportation. The waiver is limited to situations involving the Department of Transportation's compliance with, discharge of, or enforcement of responsibilities it has taken on under this Illinois law. Importantly, this provision only applies to actions that are already permitted by the law and does not create any new liabilities for the Department beyond what is already established by those specific federal laws, Title 23 U.S.C. sections 326 and 327.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to Judiciary - Civil Committee (on 02/24/2026)
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