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Introduced
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Municipal Code and the Fire Protection District Act. Provides that no person under the age of 18 (rather than 21) shall be eligible for employment as a firefighter. Provides that no person who is 37 years of age or older (rather than 35 years of age or older) shall be eligible to take an examination for a position as a firefighter unless specified conditions are satisfied.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing laws to change the age requirements for becoming a firefighter, lowering the minimum age to 18 and raising the maximum age to 37 for taking the initial examination, unless certain conditions are met, such as prior firefighting experience. Specifically, it modifies the Illinois Municipal Code and the Fire Protection District Act to allow individuals as young as 18 to be employed as firefighters, whereas previously the minimum age was 21. Additionally, it extends the age limit for taking a firefighter examination from 35 to 37, with exceptions for those with previous firefighting experience or specific military service. These changes aim to broaden the pool of eligible candidates for firefighting positions.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/06/2026)
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