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IL HB4408

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jackie Haas

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Origin

House of Representatives

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Illinois Freedom of Information Act to exempt identifying information of minors who are victims of sexual abuse, sexual assault, or sexual violence from public disclosure
  • Applies to records held by any public body during administrative enforcement proceedings, as well as records held by law enforcement or correctional agencies for law enforcement purposes
  • Protected information includes name, address, and other identifying or contact information of victims under 18 years old
  • Allows public bodies to redact the exempt victim information while providing access to non-exempt portions of requested records
  • Introduced by Representative Jackie Haas during the 104th General Assembly (2025-2026 session)

Legislative Description

FOIA-VICTIM INFORMATION

Last Action

To FOIA & OMA Subcommittee

3/19/2026

Committee Referrals

FOIA & OMA3/19/2026
Executive2/24/2026
Rules1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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