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IL HB5454

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Dagmara Avelar

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Origin

House of Representatives

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates the Consumer Protection New Construction Residential Housing Act establishing mandatory implied warranties for new home sales in Illinois
  • Requires 1-year warranty against construction defects, 2-year warranty for plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, and 6-year warranty for material structural defects affecting load-bearing components
  • Warranty coverage transfers to subsequent homeowners during the unexpired warranty period and survives the passing of title
  • Homeowners must provide written notice of warranty claims within 30 days after warranty expiration and allow builders reasonable opportunity to inspect and repair before filing legal action
  • Preempts home rule units from regulating new home implied warranties, making this an exclusive state function

Legislative Description

PROTECT NEW HOME BUYERS

Last Action

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Natalie A. Manley

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/13/2026

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