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IL SB1889
Bill
Status
2/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Julie Morrison
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AI Summary
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Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to specify that DUI violations based on THC concentration must measure "free tetrahydrocannabinol" (parent delta-9-THC) rather than total THC metabolites
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Establishes legal THC limits of 5 nanograms or more per milliliter in whole blood, or 10 nanograms or more per milliliter in other bodily substances (excluding urine), within 2 hours of driving
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Defines "free tetrahydrocannabinol concentration" as the amount of parent delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol detected in blood or another bodily substance, excluding urine
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Creates a presumption of cannabis impairment when drivers meet or exceed the specified THC thresholds, while concentrations below those levels may still be considered with other evidence
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Maintains exemption for medical cannabis patients with valid registry cards under the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act, unless impairment is demonstrated
Legislative Description
VEH CD-DUI-THC-TESTING
Last Action
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026
3/13/2026