IL HB2421

Department of Public Health shall annually share tick pathogen testing results from State parks with the Department of Natural Resources.

Department of Natural Resources must obtain, install, and maintain warning signs at all State-managed parks and outdoor recreation areas, including trail entryways, campgrounds, and other locations determined necessary.

Signs must warn individuals that ticks may be found in the area and can cause Lyme disease or other tick-borne diseases, based on Department of Public Health's surveillance and pathogen testing results.

Department of Natural Resources may use existing signage models from Illinois, other states, or design new models as appropriate for the warning signs.

Act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.