Illinois 104th General Assembly Status: Introduced Bipartisan · 1 R · 1 D cosponsors

SB2930      — DRAINAGE DISTRICT ELECTIONS

Last action — Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

  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 January 27, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

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Prognosis

Stalled 26% · moderate confidence

  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    1 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (1 R · 1 D) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

The bill changes voting procedures for drainage district elections in Illinois.

This bill amends voting rules for drainage district elections, allowing one vote per land parcel and setting new poll hours. It also clarifies voting authority among multiple landowners and establishes penalties for misrepresentation.

What this means for you
  • Workers: {}
  • Families: Families with land in drainage districts will have a clearer voting process regarding their property.
  • Small Business: Businesses owning land in drainage districts can vote easily, representing their property interests collectively.

Summary

Amends the Illinois Drainage Code. In provisions concerning the election of commissioners in districts organized under Farm Drainage Act and certain other districts, provides that an adult landowner is entitled to one vote per parcel of land owned by the owner. Specifies that, if a parcel of land is owned by more than one adult owner, then only one of the owners representing all of the owners may cast a vote per parcel. Provides that, by casting a vote, the voter certifies that the voter is the owner of the parcel. Provides that, if a parcel of land is owned by multiple owners, then the voter casting a vote certifies that a majority of the owners has granted the voter the authority to cast a vote on behalf of all the owners. Provides that, if a parcel of land is owned by an entity, then the person presenting himself or herself on behalf of the entity certifies that the person has the authority to vote on behalf of the entity. Provides that only people owning land in a district may be elected as a commissioner of the district. Provides that a commissioner holding the office that is being considered for election shall not be a judge of the election. Provides that the judges of election shall not be responsible for determining the ownership of any parcel of land. Provides that the judges of election may take reasonable measures to verify that no more than one person casts a vote for all the owners of any parcel. Provides that a person who willfully misrepresents the person's eligibility to cast a vote in an election under these provisions commits a Class A misdemeanor. Provides that the polls shall open at 4:00 p.m. (rather than 2:00 p.m.) and close at 6:00 p.m. (rather than 4:00 p.m.) unless the judges of election shall determine to hold the polls open a longer period to accommodate the voters. Provides that in no event shall the polls remain open later than 7:00 p.m. (rather than 6:00 p.m.).

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

  2. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026

  3. Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 15, 2026

  4. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026

  5. Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026

  6. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Patrick J. Joyce

  7. To Elections

  8. Assigned to Executive

  9. Referred to Assignments

  10. First Reading

  11. Filed with Secretary by Sen. Steve McClure

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (181)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB2930      do?
Amends the Illinois Drainage Code. In provisions concerning the election of commissioners in districts organized under Farm Drainage Act and certain other districts, provides that an adult landowner is entitled to one vote per parcel of land owned by the owner. Specifies that, if a parcel of land is owned by more than one adult owner, then only one of the owners representing all of the owners may cast a vote per parcel. Provides that, by casting a vote, the voter certifies that the voter is the owner of the parcel. Provides that, if a parcel of land is owned by multiple owners, then the voter casting a vote certifies that a majority of the owners has granted the voter the authority to cast a vote on behalf of all the owners. Provides that, if a parcel of land is owned by an entity, then the person presenting himself or herself on behalf of the entity certifies that the person has the authority to vote on behalf of the entity. Provides that only people owning land in a district may be elected as a commissioner of the district. Provides that a commissioner holding the office that is being considered for election shall not be a judge of the election. Provides that the judges of election shall not be responsible for determining the ownership of any parcel of land. Provides that the judges of election may take reasonable measures to verify that no more than one person casts a vote for all the owners of any parcel. Provides that a person who willfully misrepresents the person's eligibility to cast a vote in an election under these provisions commits a Class A misdemeanor. Provides that the polls shall open at 4:00 p.m. (rather than 2:00 p.m.) and close at 6:00 p.m. (rather than 4:00 p.m.) unless the judges of election shall determine to hold the polls open a longer period to accommodate the voters. Provides that in no event shall the polls remain open later than 7:00 p.m. (rather than 6:00 p.m.).
Who sponsors SB2930     ?
SB2930      is sponsored by Steve McClure (Republican) and Patrick J. Joyce (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB2930     ?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced January 27, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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