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IL HB4133

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2009

Primary Sponsor

Suzanne Bassi

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Illinois Vehicle Code Section 12-503 to allow window tints, films, and materials on front windshields and driver-side windows if they permit at least 50% light transmittance (previously completely prohibited).

  • Permits nonreflective tinted film on the uppermost 6 inches of the windshield without light transmittance restrictions.

  • Exempts vehicles owned by persons with medical conditions requiring sun protection (lupus erythematosus, porokeratosis, albinism) upon submission of physician certification to the Secretary of State; exemption must be renewed annually.

  • Allows tinted materials on rear windows if the vehicle is equipped with side mirrors conforming to Section 12-502.

  • Establishes penalties of $50-$500 fine for first violation and Class C misdemeanor with $100-$500 fine for subsequent violations; convicted violators must alter nonconforming windows.

Legislative Description

VEH CD-WINDOW OBSTRUCTION

Last Action

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

3/13/2009

Committee Referrals

Rules3/13/2009
Vehicles & Safety3/4/2009
Rules2/27/2009

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