Illinois 93rd Regular Session Status: In Committee

HB 34 — VEH CD-SCHOOL BUSES-SEAT BELTS

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

This bill died with 93rd 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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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 Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that no person shall operate a school bus manufactured after the effective date of this amendatory Act that is not equipped with seat belts for the passengers and a rooftop safety hatch. Effective immediately.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The updated version of HB 34 now includes a new line that was added to clarify a key point in the bill. However, it also removes a previous line that may have been unnecessary or confusing. These changes help improve the overall readability and focus of the legislation, making it easier for everyone to understand what the bill is intending to accomplish. Clearer language can lead to better implementation and support from the public and lawmakers.

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Action History

  1. Session Sine Die

  2. Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

  3. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin A. McCarthy

  4. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Robin Kelly

  5. Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading - Short Debate

  6. Second Reading - Short Debate

  7. State Mandates Fiscal Note Filed

  8. Fiscal Note Filed

  9. Fiscal Note Filed

  10. Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. David E. Miller

  11. State Mandates Fiscal Note Requested by Rep. William B. Black

  12. Fiscal Note Requested by Rep. William B. Black

  13. Held on Calendar Order of Second Reading - Short Debate

  14. Second Reading - Short Debate

  15. Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate

  16. Do Pass / Short Debate Transportation and Motor Vehicles Committee; 013-003-003

  17. Assigned to Transportation and Motor Vehicles Committee

  18. Referred to Rules Committee

  19. First Reading

  20. Prefiled with Clerk by Rep. Lou Lang

Sponsors

  • Lou Lang · Cosponsor

Sponsorship breakdown

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

Sponsors (0)

None.

Co-sponsors (1)

  • Lou Lang

Not signed on (182)

182 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 34 do?
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that no person shall operate a school bus manufactured after the effective date of this amendatory Act that is not equipped with seat belts for the passengers and a rooftop safety hatch. Effective immediately.
Who sponsors HB 34?
HB 34 is sponsored by Lou Lang.
What is the current status of HB 34?
This bill died with 93rd 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 34?
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