IL SB0731

Extends the repeal date of the Hearing Instrument Consumer Protection Act from January 1, 2016 to January 1, 2026, removing it from a list of acts scheduled for earlier sunset.

Prohibits hearing instrument manufacturers from distributing, selling, or providing hearing instruments to unlicensed hearing care professionals for consumer sale.

Allows the Department to use the International Hearing Society's licensure examination as an option for hearing instrument dispenser licensing, rather than conducting its own exam.

Permits the Department to charge an additional fee for examination administration beyond standard examination and licensure fees.

Requires a minimum of 2 hours of continuing education credit per licensing period in Illinois law and ethics, with acceptable providers including specified professional organizations and educational institutions.