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IL HB1155

Bill

Status

Passed

7/4/2023

Primary Sponsor

Norine Hammond

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Origin

House of Representatives

103rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Expands civil liability under the Drug or Alcohol Impaired Minor Responsibility Act by removing the "non-residential" limitation on premises where adults can be held liable for permitting minors to consume alcohol or illegal drugs

  • Adults (18+) who willfully supply alcohol or illegal drugs to minors (under 18) and cause impairment remain liable for death, injuries, or property damage resulting from that impairment

  • Injured parties, including the impaired minor themselves, can sue for damages including reasonable attorney's fees against adults who sell, give, or deliver substances to minors or permit consumption on any premises they own or control

  • Statute of limitations for filing a damages claim remains 2 years from when the right of action arises

Legislative Description

IMPAIRED MINOR-RESPONSIBILITY

Last Action

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0118

7/4/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary4/12/2023
Assignments3/21/2023
Judiciary - Civil2/15/2023
Rules1/31/2023

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