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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 Code of Civil Procedure. Creates an eviction moratorium for residential real estate for a 12-month period against a tenant or a member of the tenant's household who: (1) has been unable to work for any period of time because of detention by immigration authorities within the previous 12 months; or (2) has experienced termination of benefits under the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicaid, or Social Security within the previous 12 months; and (3) the detention or benefit termination has materially affected the tenant's ability to pay the agreed rent. Provides that the court may issue a residential eviction order if a covered tenant poses a direct threat to the health and safety of other tenants or an immediate and severe risk to property. Prohibits a residential landlord from commencing or continuing a residential eviction action a tenant who has provided the landlord with a declaration that the tenant is a covered tenant under the Act during the 12-month period. Prohibits a residential landlord from charging any fees, penalties, or other charges related to the nonpayment of rent by a covered tenant during the 12-month period. Provides that nothing in the Act may be construed as relieving any individual of the obligation to pay rent or comply with any other obligation that an individual may have under a lease or rental agreement. Provides that the Illinois Housing Development Authority may adopt rules to create the required form for a declaration.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a 12-month eviction moratorium for residential tenants who meet specific criteria, meaning landlords cannot evict them during this period. To be considered a "covered tenant," an individual or a member of their household must have been unable to work due to detention by immigration authorities or experienced the termination of benefits from programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which provides food assistance), Medicaid (health insurance for low-income individuals), or Social Security within the past year, and this event must have significantly impacted their ability to pay rent. The bill allows courts to issue eviction orders only if a covered tenant poses a direct threat to the health and safety of others or presents an immediate risk to property. Landlords are prohibited from starting or continuing eviction proceedings against a tenant who declares they are a covered tenant and cannot charge late fees or penalties for unpaid rent from such tenants during the moratorium, though tenants are still obligated to pay rent and fulfill other lease terms. The Illinois Housing Development Authority will create a form for tenants to declare their status.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Assignments (on 02/05/2026)
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