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IL HB2401
Bill
Status
1/31/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michael Kelly
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AI Summary
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Creates the new offense of "first responder endangerment" under the Criminal Code of 2012, also known as the Daniel Capuano Memorial Act
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A person commits the offense when they knowingly create a dangerous condition in a commercial property under their management or operational control, intentionally conceal it, and that condition causes the death or serious bodily injury of a first responder performing official duties
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"Dangerous condition" is defined as a life-threatening situation resulting from unpermitted structural/architectural work or unaddressed building code violations after receiving official notice
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First responders covered include emergency medical services personnel, law enforcement officers, and firefighters
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Violation is classified as a Class 4 felony, and liability applies only to natural persons with final decision-making authority over the commercial property
Legislative Description
CRIM CD-FIRST RESPONDER
Last Action
Assigned to Judiciary - Criminal Committee
2/17/2026