SB0838 Summary

• Extends the sunset date for the Illinois Athletic Trainers Practice Act and Illinois Roofing Industry Licensing Act from January 1, 2016 to January 1, 2026.

• Updates terminology throughout both Acts, replacing "Director" with "Secretary" of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

• Increases maximum fines for violations from $5,000 to $10,000 for both athletic trainers and roofing contractors.

• Adds new provisions for confidentiality of investigations, mental/physical examinations of licensees, and enhanced disciplinary procedures for both professions.

• Implements a citation system for minor violations and adds provisions addressing child support delinquency and educational loan defaults as grounds for license denial or discipline.