IL HB5057

Removes the 72-hour crime reporting requirement (or 7-day requirement for specified crimes) for victims seeking compensation under the Crime Victims Compensation Act.

Allows mental health providers who have treated or will treat the victim to provide certification for compensation eligibility, eliminating the prior restriction requiring an independent provider.

Protects confidentiality between healthcare providers and victims when documentation is submitted for compensation purposes, ensuring the waiver does not apply to mental health, medical, or third-party providers.

Requires the Comptroller to issue emergency award payments within 2 business days of Court of Claims approval, and expands emergency awards to cover funeral/burial expenses paid directly to funeral homes and relocation expenses.

Mandates the Attorney General publish a standardized certification form on its website for mental health provider evaluations, and requires applicants to repay any emergency compensation that exceeds actual incurred expenses.