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IL HB5620

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

LaShawn Ford

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Origin

House of Representatives

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Illinois Firearm Concealed Carry Act to create exceptions for incumbent and retired judges of the Illinois Supreme Court, Appellate Court, and circuit courts who hold concealed carry licenses.

  • Permits eligible judges to carry concealed firearms into court buildings, including those designated for circuit court, appellate court, or Supreme Court matters.

  • Allows eligible judges to carry concealed firearms on public transportation, including buses, trains, and public transit facilities funded wholly or partially with public funds.

  • Applies to both elected and appointed judges, whether currently serving or retired.

  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

Legislative Description

FIREARM EXCEPTIONS-JUDGES

Last Action

Referred to Rules Committee

2/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/13/2026

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