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Introduced
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
In Committee
04/30/2026
04/30/2026
Crossed Over
04/09/2026
04/09/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Reinserts the provisions of the engrossed bill. In a provision concerning grounds for discipline in the Massage Therapy Practice Act, provides that, notwithstanding any other law to the contrary, the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation shall revoke, without a hearing, any license issued under the Act of any person who is convicted of any offense related to sexual assault under the laws of any jurisdiction, including, without limitation, the following: prostitution; rape; sexual misconduct; involuntary sexual servitude of a minor; battery against a patient, including any offense based on sexual conduct or sexual penetration, in the course of patient care or treatment; or any crime that subjects the licensee to compliance with the requirements of the Sex Offender Registration Act (rather than prostitution; rape; sexual misconduct; or any crime that subjects the licensee to compliance with the requirements of the Sex Offender Registration Act). Provides that those convictions shall operate as a permanent bar to practice as a massage therapist in the State. Provides that a person who has been convicted of those offenses or who is required at any point to register as a sex offender may not receive, maintain, or restore a license as a massage therapist in Illinois. Makes other changes. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill makes several changes to various professional licensing acts in Illinois. It allows individuals licensed in other jurisdictions to practice marriage and family therapy in Illinois for up to 10 days per year, provided they are in good standing. It also clarifies that corporations, professional limited liability companies, partnerships, and associations can employ practicum students, interns, or postdoctoral candidates to gain experience under the supervision of a licensed marriage and family therapist, and allows these entities to contract with other licensed healthcare professionals for services. The bill also removes a provision that created a right of action against unregistered massage businesses operating without registration. Additionally, it amends the Licensed Certified Professional Midwife Practice Act to address unlicensed practice of midwifery and makes other changes to various licensing acts, including the Clinical Psychologist Licensing Act, the Massage Therapy Practice Act, the Medical Practice Act of 1987, the Illinois Optometric Practice Act of 1987, the Boxing and Full-contact Martial Arts Act, and the Sex Offender Evaluation and Treatment Provider Act, by updating definitions, requirements, and disciplinary procedures.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Rule 2-10 Third Reading Deadline Established As May 31, 2026 (on 05/22/2026)
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