Illinois 98th Regular Session Status: In Committee 1 D cosponsors

HB 4626 — JUV CT-ABUSED MINOR-EVIDENCE

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 98th Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

Amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987. Provides that proof that a minor has a constellation of injuries is prima facie evidence of abuse. Effective immediately.

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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The bill establishes that proof of a minor having a constellation of injuries is considered prima facie evidence of abuse.

  • 705 ILCS 405/2-18

    proof that a minor has a medical diagnosis of battered child syndrome or has a constellation of injuries is prima facie evidence of abuse; → proof that a minor has a medical diagnosis of battered child syndrome or has a constellation of injuries is prima facie evidence of abuse;

    This change reaffirms that certain medical conditions or injuries in minors are indicative of abuse.

Action History

  1. Session Sine Die

  2. Referred to Rules Committee

  3. First Reading

  4. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Robert F. Martwick

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0 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 182 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (182)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 4626 do?
Amends the Juvenile Court Act of 1987. Provides that proof that a minor has a constellation of injuries is prima facie evidence of abuse. Effective immediately.
Who sponsors HB 4626?
HB 4626 is sponsored by Robert F. Martwick (Democrat).
What is the current status of HB 4626?
This bill died with 98th Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HB 4626?
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