IL HB2886

Amends the Hospital Uninsured Patient Discount Act to require hospitals to disregard household income from guaranteed income programs when determining patient financial assistance eligibility.

Defines "guaranteed income program" as a publicly or privately funded program providing one-time or recurring unconditional cash transfers, payments, or gifts to individuals or households for a defined period to reduce poverty, promote economic mobility, or increase financial stability for Illinois residents.

Amends the Illinois Public Aid Code to exclude from consideration any financial assistance provided through a guaranteed income program when determining eligibility and assistance amounts under public aid programs.

Removes previous 60-month time limit and research project requirements, making the exclusion permanent for all guaranteed income program payments rather than limiting it to specific pilot programs with evaluation plans.

Becomes effective immediately upon enactment.