Bill > HB5420

This bill establishes the Alexander/Pulaski Medical District Act, creating a new medical district encompassing specific areas within Alexander and Pulaski Counties, from the City of Cairo to north of the City of Pulaski, with defined boundaries along rivers and major roads. A Commission of the District, composed of 12 appointed members and 3 ex officio members (designees from state departments), will be responsible for its operation, including attracting and retaining healthcare facilities, medical research centers, and technology enterprises. The bill grants the Commission powers to acquire, manage, and dispose of property, accept grants and loans, and enter into contracts, with provisions for relocation assistance to displaced individuals. It also amends the Eminent Domain Act to clarify the district's condemnation powers and the State Finance Act to create a dedicated income fund for the district. Importantly, the bill amends the Court of Claims Act to include the Alexander/Pulaski Medical District Commission alongside other entities that can be sued in the Court of Claims for tort actions, clarifying that tort claims against the Commission must be brought in the Court of Claims.

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=5420&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104