Illinois has passed a new law that mandates extensive health insurance coverage for vaccine administration, addressing several critical diseases. The law, which takes effect from January 1, 2026, requires both group and individual health insurance policies to cover vaccinations for COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) without any cost-sharing […]
In a significant step towards enhancing women’s healthcare accessibility, the State of Illinois has passed a new law mandating coverage for at-home, urine-based pregnancy tests. The law, officially titled Public Act 103-0870, was enacted to ensure that individuals have easier access to early pregnancy detection. Starting January 1, 2025, all […]
A new Illinois law, designated as the Health Care Protection Act (Public Act 103-0650), was recently enacted to address critical aspects of healthcare network adequacy and transparency. This groundbreaking legislation, which significantly amends the Network Adequacy and Transparency Act, introduces stringent measures to ensure that Illinois residents receive timely and […]
Illinois has enacted new legislation aimed at safeguarding renters from retaliatory actions by landlords. The Landlord Retaliation Act, Public Act 103-0831, introduces stringent measures against landlords who attempt to penalize tenants for legally protected activities. This landmark legislation, also known as HB4768, was passed by the Illinois General Assembly to […]
In a significant move to enhance health education in schools, Illinois has passed Public Act 103-0608, a law that introduces critical updates to the existing Critical Health Problems and Comprehensive Health Education Act. These changes, effective from the 2024-2025 school year, are aimed at fostering a more comprehensive understanding of […]
Illinois has introduced enhanced consumer protections with the enactment of Public Act 103-0838, an amendment to the Physical Fitness Services Act that significantly expands the rights of fitness service customers across the state. The new law, which takes effect immediately, provides Illinoisans with greater flexibility and security when signing contracts […]
In a significant move toward progressive educational practices, Illinois has officially outlawed corporal punishment in schools statewide. Governor J.B. Pritzker signed Public Act 103-0806 into law, amending the Illinois School Code to prohibit physical discipline across all educational institutions. The newly enacted legislation, stemming from House Bill 4175, defines corporal […]
The Champaign County Forest Preserve will continue to take undecorated, real Christmas trees at Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, Homer Lake Forest Preserve and the Middlefork River Forest Preserve. Drop-offs are accepted at the marked sites only: • Mahomet, Lake of the Woods: west maintenance entrance off IL-47; • […]
A significant advancement for children with hearing impairments has been cemented into law in Illinois, ensuring broader access to hearing aid coverage. The newly signed Public Act 103-0530, which amends the Illinois Insurance Code, mandates insurance providers to cover the cost of hearing aids and associated services for individuals under […]
Illinois Governor signed into law the Public Act 103-0030, a significant legislative measure aimed at expanding health insurance coverage for critical cancer screenings. The law, which will take effect on January 1, 2025, mandates that group health insurance policies include coverage for cervical, prostate, and ovarian cancer screenings without any […]
