IL HB5066

Removes the liability standard for property owners and persons conducting prescribed burns from "negligence" to "gross negligence" under the Illinois Prescribed Burning Act.

Establishes that landowners and agents of landowners are not liable for damage, injury, or loss caused by prescribed burns or resulting smoke unless proven grossly negligent.

Establishes that certified prescribed burn managers are not liable for damage, injury, or loss caused by prescribed burns or resulting smoke conducted under an approved prescription unless proven grossly negligent.

Maintains existing requirements before conducting a prescribed burn, including written landowner consent, written prescription approved by a certified burn manager, on-site certified manager presence, notification to local fire department/911, and reasonable notice to adjoining property owners.

Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.