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IL HB4185
Bill
Status
10/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Hernandez
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AI Summary
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Creates the Official Insignia and Uniform Sales Act, prohibiting the knowing manufacture, sale, marketing, promotion, advertising, or distribution of counterfeit official insignia or uniforms of public employees
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Defines "counterfeit official insignia or uniform" as items resembling official government employee uniforms, badges, emblems, or identification cards closely enough to deceive an ordinary person
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Establishes penalties as a petty offense with fines up to $500 for a first offense and up to $1,000 for second or subsequent offenses
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Provides defenses for legitimate uses including mementos, decorative purposes, theatrical/film/television productions, collections, exhibits, and other recreational purposes
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Exempts casual apparel distributed by government entities for public support or fundraising efforts from the definition of "uniform"
Legislative Description
INSIGNIA AND UNIFORM SALES
Last Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado
3/11/2026