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IL HB5129
Bill
Status
1/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dan Ugaste
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AI Summary
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Amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code to require physicians, clinical psychologists, and qualified examiners to notify the Department of Human Services within 24 hours when they determine a person poses a clear and present danger to themselves or others.
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Requires law enforcement officials and school administrators to notify both the Illinois State Police and the appropriate local law enforcement agency within 24 hours of making such a determination.
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Directs the Department of Human Services to immediately update its records and notify the Illinois State Police in a prescribed manner regarding individuals determined to pose clear and present danger.
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Protects the confidentiality of disclosed information and restricts its use to purposes specified in the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act, with the reporter's identity kept confidential.
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Provides immunity from criminal, civil, and professional liability for those making or not making notifications, except for willful or wanton misconduct; exempts law enforcement officials if notification would interfere with ongoing criminal investigations.
Legislative Description
MENTAL HEALTH-DANGER NOTICE
Last Action
Session Sine Die
1/7/2025