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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Department of Public Health Powers and Duties Law of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. Defines "covered facility" as any long-term care facility, assisted living establishment or shared housing establishment, supportive living facility, ID/DD facility, MC/DD facility, community living facility, community-integrated living arrangement, or Alzheimer's disease management center alternative health care model licensed under the Alternative Health Care Delivery Act. Provides that the Department of Public Health shall establish rules requiring a covered facility to notify a resident or the resident's power of attorney or representative whenever the covered facility determines that a vaccination recommended by the Department cannot be administered to the resident within the time frame established by the Department.
AI Summary
This bill requires certain healthcare facilities, referred to as "covered facilities," to notify residents or their designated representatives if a recommended vaccination cannot be given within the timeframe set by the Department of Public Health. Covered facilities include a broad range of licensed establishments such as long-term care facilities, assisted living and shared housing establishments, supportive living facilities, and various community-based care settings for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (ID/DD) or medically complex/developmental disabilities (MC/DD), as well as Alzheimer's disease management centers. This provision aims to ensure transparency and communication regarding vaccination schedules for vulnerable populations residing in these facilities.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Assignments (on 02/05/2026)
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