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IL HB5480
Bill
Status
Engrossed
4/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Aaron Ortiz
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AI Summary
- Requires the Office of the State Fire Marshal to investigate the cause, origin, and circumstances of any fire or explosion where fire is presumed to be a contributing factor in a death
- Local fire department chiefs must notify the State Fire Marshal upon discovery of a fire-related death and maintain control of the scene until a state representative arrives to initiate investigation
- Updates fire incident reporting standards from the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) to the National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS)
- Local fire departments may still conduct their own investigations in conjunction with the State Fire Marshal's office
- Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
OSFM-FIRE INVESTIGATION
Last Action
Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading May 5, 2026
4/30/2026
Committee Referrals
Assignments4/21/2026
Police & Fire4/14/2026
Rules4/14/2026
Police & Fire3/25/2026
Rules3/24/2026
Police & Fire3/18/2026
Rules2/13/2026
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