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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Counties Code. Provides that the corporate authorities of a county may not allow a hotel within the county that is not within the boundaries of a municipality to operate as a refugee shelter unless the hotel has received permission to operate as a refugee shelter from the corporate authorities of the county. Provides that the corporate authorities of a county may only provide a hotel with permission to operate as a refugee shelter for a period of not more than 2 years. Provides that the corporate authorities of a county may renew a hotel's permission to operate as a refugee shelter. Provides that the corporate authorities of a county shall require a hotel operating as a refugee shelter to comply with the zoning laws of the county. Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Adds similar requirements for the corporate authorities of a municipality concerning hotels operating within municipalities.
AI Summary
This bill requires that hotels operating as refugee shelters, which are places providing essential services for refugees fleeing conflict, persecution, or disaster, must obtain permission from county or municipal authorities. This permission is limited to a maximum of two years but can be renewed, and hotels must comply with local zoning laws. These provisions apply to hotels within counties but outside of municipalities, and also to hotels within municipalities, with an exception if the Governor declares a disaster.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/10/2026)
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