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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/01/2026
06/01/2026
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the Government Communications Transparency and Security Act. Prohibits a government entity, government officer, or government employee from downloading, installing, accessing, activating, or using an end-to-end encryption platform with autodeletion on a government communication device. Prohibits an Internet service provider, telecommunications carrier, server operator, mobile application marketplace, or digital platform doing business in the State from enabling the download, installation, activation, or operation of an end-to-end encryption platform with autodeletion on a government communication device. Requires Internet service providers, telecommunications carriers, and digital platforms to implement reasonable technological measures to block access to, installation of, or operation of end-to-end encryption platforms with autodeletion on government communication devices. Establishes penalties for violations. Authorizes the Attorney General or an Illinois taxpayer to bring suit to enforce the Act, with recovery of attorney's fees and costs. Requires the Department of Innovation and Technology to adopt rules. Defines terms. Effective January 1, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the Government Communications Transparency and Security Act, prohibits government entities, officers, and employees from using end-to-end encryption platforms with autodeletion on government communication devices, which are defined as any electronic communication device purchased or provided by the government for official use. End-to-end encryption means only the sender and intended recipient can access message content, and autodeletion refers to features like disappearing messages or timed deletion. The bill also prevents internet service providers, telecommunications carriers, and digital platforms from enabling the download, installation, or operation of such platforms on government devices and requires them to implement measures to block access. Violations by government employees can result in official misconduct charges, while companies face significant civil penalties. The Attorney General or even an Illinois taxpayer can sue to enforce the act, with the possibility of recovering legal fees. The Department of Innovation and Technology is tasked with creating rules to implement the act, which will take effect on January 1, 2027.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Assignments (on 02/05/2026)
Bill Topics
Government Operations
- ‐ Executive Branch Operations
- ‐ Government Transparency and Open Records
Space, Science, Technology, and Communications
- ‐ Internet and Computer Issues
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=3551&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 | 02/05/2026 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus/FullText?LegDocId=207942&DocName=10400SB3551&DocNum=3551&DocTypeID=SB&LegID=166596&GAID=18&SessionID=114&SpecSess=&Session= | 02/10/2026 |
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