Illinois 104th Regular Session Status: Introduced 2 D cosponsors

SB 1638 — CRIMINAL RECORDS-EXPUNGEMENT

Last action — Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 04, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Odds of enactment

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Summary

The bill relates to the process of expunging criminal records. It includes provisions for making it easier for individuals to clear their past offenses from public records.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen

  2. Referred to Assignments

  3. First Reading

  4. Filed with Secretary by Sen. Adriane Johnson

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 181 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (181)

181 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 1638 do?
The bill relates to the process of expunging criminal records. It includes provisions for making it easier for individuals to clear their past offenses from public records.
Who sponsors SB 1638?
SB 1638 is sponsored by Adriane L. Johnson (Democrat) and Mary Edly-Allen (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB 1638?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 04, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SB 1638?
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