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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends Illinois Health Facilities Planning Act. Provides that the Health Facilities and Services Review Board may review the applicable criteria in the consideration of any application for an exemption submitted under the Act. Provides that, upon review and consideration, the State Board may approve, deny, or defer for additional information an application for a Certificate of Need or Certificate of Exemption. Makes changes in provisions concerning administrative hearings; powers and duties of State Board; powers of the State Board staff; and review and investigation of applications for permits.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Illinois Health Facilities Planning Act to grant the Health Facilities and Services Review Board (State Board) the authority to review the criteria used when considering applications for exemptions, and to approve, deny, or defer applications for Certificates of Need (now referred to as permits) or Certificates of Exemption. It also makes changes to administrative hearing procedures, the powers of the State Board and its staff, and the review and investigation of permit applications, aiming to ensure ethical practices and effective communication in the permitting and exemption processes while continuing to prioritize cost containment and support for safety net services.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Health and Human Services Committee Hearing (15:30:00 2/24/2026 Room 400) (on 02/24/2026)
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