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IL HB3768
Bill
Status
2/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jehan Gordon-Booth
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Illinois Department of Insurance to contract with a private insurance broker to establish an Owner-Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP), which provides a single insurance policy covering the state and all contractors at every level for construction projects
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Covers six types of insurance for construction contractors: general and excess liability, professional liability, builders' risk, contractors' pollution liability, workers' compensation, and cyber liability
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Applies to construction agencies including the Capital Development Board, Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois Toll Highway Authority, Central Management Services, and public institutions of higher education
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Limits contracts between the Department and insurance brokers to a maximum of 5 years and requires compliance with the Illinois Procurement Code
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Aims to reduce insurance barriers for small contractors, minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, and businesses owned by persons with disabilities who struggle to find affordable coverage for public construction projects
Legislative Description
OWNER-CONTROLLED INS PROGRAM
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
3/21/2025