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Introduced
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that, upon adoption of an enacting ordinance by a majority vote of the corporate authorities then holding office, a municipality with a population of more than 5,000 may exercise the powers and authorities provided to home rule units under Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution. Effective January 1, 2027.
AI Summary
This bill allows municipalities in Illinois with a population exceeding 5,000 to gain "home rule" powers, which are broader governmental authorities granted by the Illinois Constitution, if their governing body, known as the "corporate authorities," approves it with a majority vote. These municipalities can later choose to give up these home rule powers through another vote by their corporate authorities or by a vote of the residents. If a municipality that has adopted home rule powers later falls below 5,000 residents, it can keep those powers until the next general election, at which point voters will decide if the municipality should officially become a home rule unit. This change will take effect on January 1, 2027.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Assignments (on 02/24/2026)
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