IL SB1611

Amends Illinois Human Rights Act to include domestic workers in employment discrimination protections by adding them to the definition of "employee" and requiring employers of one or more domestic workers to comply with the Act.

Applies overtime provisions of the Minimum Wage Law to domestic workers, requiring overtime compensation at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours exceeding 40 per week (or 44 for domestic workers residing in employer's home).

Requires domestic workers to receive at least 24 consecutive hours of rest per calendar week, with allowance for voluntary work on rest days at overtime rates, and day of rest should coincide with worker's religious observance when possible.

Provides that domestic workers with one year of employment with the same employer are entitled to at least 3 days of paid rest per calendar year at regular compensation rates.

Defines "domestic worker" as person employed in home or residence for childcare, companion services for elderly or sick persons, housekeeping, or other domestic purposes, with specific exclusions for casual workers, certain companionship services, and family members.