IL HB4036

Reduces employer size threshold from 15 employees to 1 employee for coverage under the Victims' Economic Security and Safety Act, making the law applicable to smaller employers.

Expands leave entitlements: employees at employers with 1-14 employees receive 4 workweeks of unpaid leave per 12-month period; employers with 15-49 employees provide 8 workweeks; employers with 50+ employees provide 12 workweeks.

Allows employees who are victims of domestic or sexual violence, or who have family members who are victims, to take unpaid leave to address violence-related needs including medical care, counseling, safety planning, and legal proceedings.

Requires employees to provide 48 hours' advance notice when practicable; allows employers to require certification of victimization status and that leave serves an enumerated purpose.

Prohibits employer discrimination, discharge, or retaliation against employees exercising leave rights and requires employers maintain health insurance coverage during leave periods; effective January 1, 2017.