SB0228 — DHS-DIAPER ALLOWANCE
Last action — Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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1Introduced
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2In Committee
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3Passed Senate
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4Passed House
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 22, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.
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In plain language
The bill establishes a diaper allowance program for eligible families with young children.
This bill amends the Department of Human Services Act to create a diaper allowance program for families with children under three years old. Eligible families can apply for a monthly allowance of $70 per child, with no income consideration affecting other public aid benefits.
What this means for you
- Families: Families with young children may receive financial support for diaper costs through this program.
Summary
Amends the Department of Human Services Act. Provides that subject to appropriation, the Department of Human Services shall establish a diaper allowance program for eligible families with children 3 years of age or younger. Requires the Department to create an application process that requires applicants to submit an initial application for a diaper allowance and on an annual basis thereafter an application for a redetermination of eligibility. Requires the Department to maintain on its official website an online application system that permits an Illinois family to apply online for a diaper allowance or a redetermination of eligibility or to download a mail-in application form. Provides that paper application forms shall be made available at WIC offices and at family community resource centers throughout the State. Contains provisions concerning application requirements. Sets the monthly diaper allowance amount at $70 for eligible children whose family income is at or below 100% of the federal poverty guidelines. Provides that families may receive a diaper allowance for each eligible child and that the diaper allowance shall not be considered income for purposes of determining eligibility or the amount of assistance for any public aid benefit provided under State law. Permits the Department to distribute diaper allowance amounts electronically to an eligible family by means of an electronic benefits transfer card issued by the Department. Permits the Department to adopt rules necessary to implement the program. Contains provisions on redetermination application requirements. Provides that an advisory committee shall advise the Department on program implementation. Sets forth the composition of the advisory committee and provides that the committee shall meet monthly beginning September 1, 2025 through July 1, 2027. Effective immediately.
Bill Text
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Read SB0228 on the official Illinois source →Action History
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Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026
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Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026
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Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026
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Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Re-assigned to Appropriations- Health and Human Services
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Re-assigned to Appropriations- Health and Human Services
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Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As June 1, 2025
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Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Graciela Guzmán
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Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 23, 2025
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Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As May 9, 2025
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Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 11, 2025
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Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Assignments Refers to Appropriations- Health and Human Services
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Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Referred to Assignments
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Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Filed with Secretary by Sen. Lakesia Collins
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Assigned to Appropriations- Health and Human Services
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Referred to Assignments
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First Reading
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Filed with Secretary by Sen. Lakesia Collins
Sponsors
- Lakesia Collins · Primary
- Graciela Guzmán · Cosponsor
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 181 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Lakesia Collins Democrat
Co-sponsors (1)
- Graciela Guzmán Democrat
Not signed on (181)
181 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 181 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does SB0228 do?
- Amends the Department of Human Services Act. Provides that subject to appropriation, the Department of Human Services shall establish a diaper allowance program for eligible families with children 3 years of age or younger. Requires the Department to create an application process that requires applicants to submit an initial application for a diaper allowance and on an annual basis thereafter an application for a redetermination of eligibility. Requires the Department to maintain on its official website an online application system that permits an Illinois family to apply online for a diaper allowance or a redetermination of eligibility or to download a mail-in application form. Provides that paper application forms shall be made available at WIC offices and at family community resource centers throughout the State. Contains provisions concerning application requirements. Sets the monthly diaper allowance amount at $70 for eligible children whose family income is at or below 100% of the federal poverty guidelines. Provides that families may receive a diaper allowance for each eligible child and that the diaper allowance shall not be considered income for purposes of determining eligibility or the amount of assistance for any public aid benefit provided under State law. Permits the Department to distribute diaper allowance amounts electronically to an eligible family by means of an electronic benefits transfer card issued by the Department. Permits the Department to adopt rules necessary to implement the program. Contains provisions on redetermination application requirements. Provides that an advisory committee shall advise the Department on program implementation. Sets forth the composition of the advisory committee and provides that the committee shall meet monthly beginning September 1, 2025 through July 1, 2027. Effective immediately.
- Who sponsors SB0228 ?
- SB0228 is sponsored by Lakesia Collins (Democrat) and Graciela Guzmán (Democrat).
- What is the current status of SB0228 ?
- This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 22, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
- Where can I track SB0228 ?
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