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IL SB2889
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Dale Fowler
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AI Summary
- Amends the Paid Leave for All Workers Act to exclude H-2A temporary agricultural workers from the definition of "employee"
- H-2A workers would no longer be entitled to paid leave benefits under Illinois law if this bill passes
- Adds this exclusion as a fourth category alongside existing exemptions for railroad employees, college students working at their schools, and short-term higher education employees
- Introduced by Senator Dale Fowler on January 16, 2026
- Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
PAID LEAVE-TEMPORARY AG WORKER
Last Action
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Executive2/3/2026
Assignments1/16/2026
Full Bill Text
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