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IL HB5081
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Matt Hanson
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AI Summary
- Local authorities and park districts may reduce speed limits in urban districts to 25 mph (minimum 20 mph) and in alleys to 10 mph without requiring an engineering or traffic investigation
- Speed limits in residence districts may be reduced to 20 mph (changed from the previous minimum of 25 mph) without an engineering or traffic investigation
- Roadways where the 30 mph speed limit is decreased by local ordinance without an engineering study are excluded from the definition of "safety zone" for automated speed enforcement purposes
- Increasing speed limits within urban districts (up to 55 mph maximum) requires an engineering or traffic investigation before any subsequent decrease can be made
- Park districts, cities, villages, incorporated towns, and county boards must post signs designating new speed limits when changes are made
Legislative Description
VEH CD-ALTER SPEED LIMITS
Last Action
Assigned to Transportation: Vehicles & Safety
3/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation: Vehicles & Safety3/4/2026
Rules2/10/2026
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