SB2926 Summary

• Renames the Illinois Landscape Architecture Act of 1989 to the Illinois Landscape Architecture Practice Act, removing the year from the official title.

• Creates a new "landscape architectural associate" credential for unlicensed persons who complete educational requirements and diversified professional training but prohibits them from independently practicing landscape architecture.

• Requires all licensure applicants to pass the Landscape Architect Registration Examination and establishes alternative pathways for licensure based on education and experience, including options without an accredited degree.

• Increases continuing education requirements from 6 hours per year to 24 hours every 2-year renewal period, with a minimum of 20 hours in structured educational activities.

• Adds civil penalties up to $10,000 per offense for unlicensed practice and clarifies that landscape architect seals cannot be affixed to work not prepared under their responsible control, with associated criminal penalties ranging from Class A misdemeanor to Class 4 felony.