*LRB10410722BDA20801b* HB2952 104THEngrossed GENERALLRB104 ASSEMBLY10722 StateBDA of20801 Illinoisb andAN 2026ACT HB2952concerning Introducedhealth. 2/6/2025, by Rep.

Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez SYNOPSIS AS INTRODUCED:

ILCS 35/18 Amends the Equitable Restrooms Act.

In provisions concerning baby changing stations, provides that hotels and lodging facilities;

public and private schools and educational institutions;

small entertainment venues including, movie theaters and bowling alleys;

healthcare facilities with public restrooms;

transit public parks with restroom facilities;

and standalone public parks with restroom facilities are subject to the provisions.

Provides that a retail store of more than 3,000 square feet (rather than 5,000 square feet) that contain a restroom open to the public are subject to the provisions.

Provides that a restaurant that has an occupancy of at least 40 persons (rather than 60 persons), among other criteria, are subject to the provisions of the Act.

LRB104 10722 BDA 20801 b A BILL FOR HB2952 LRB104 10722 BDA 20801 b AN ACT concerning health.

HB2952 Engrossed - 2 - LRB104 10722 BDA 20801 b (5) hotels and lodging facilities;

(8) healthcarehealth care facilities with public restrooms;

This requirement is in addition to any accommodations that may be made for individuals in accordance with any local, State, or federal laws regarding access for persons with HB2952 Engrossed - 3 - LRB104 10722 BDA 20801 b disabilities and to existing fire, health, and safety codes or standards.