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IL SB3647
Bill
Status
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Willie Preston
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AI Summary
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Creates the Alexander/Pulaski Medical District covering areas from Cairo to north of Pulaski City in Alexander and Pulaski Counties, bounded by the Mississippi River, Ohio River, Modglin Road, and Interstate 57/Route 3/Route 127
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Establishes a 15-member Commission (12 appointed, 3 ex officio) with appointments made by the Governor, Mayor of Cairo, and the Alexander and Pulaski County Board Chairpersons, each appointing 3 commissioners for 3-year terms
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Grants the Commission authority to acquire property through purchase, gift, or eminent domain (excluding quick-take powers) and to construct hospitals, clinics, research facilities, and high-technology enterprises within the District
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Requires the Commission to operate without taxing authority and to submit biennial reports to the General Assembly by March 1 of each even-numbered year
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Mandates relocation assistance for displaced persons at least equal to federal standards under the Uniform Relocation Assistance Act, and requires a comprehensive master plan before property acquisition or construction
Legislative Description
ALEXANDER/PULASKI MEDICAL DIST
Last Action
Referred to Assignments
2/5/2026