IL HB5625

Felling a tree to obstruct a public highway in hindrance of official State or federal government duties would become a Class 4 felony under amendments to the Illinois Highway Code.

Stopping, standing, or parking a vehicle in prohibited places when done to hinder official State or federal government duties would be elevated from a traffic violation to a Class 4 felony.

Picketers who erect or maintain signs, tents, or temporary shelters in a manner that physically interferes with official State or federal government duties would commit a Class 4 felony under amendments to the Labor Dispute Act.

Class 4 felonies in Illinois are punishable by 1-3 years imprisonment and fines up to $25,000.

The bill would take effect immediately upon becoming law.