It will increase $1 per hour every year until it reaches $15 an hour. Voters passed the workers' rights amendment in the 2022 election; what does that mean for Illinois? Requires face coverings for all Illinois residents over age 2 in indoor settings beginning Monday, August 30, 2021. AMENDS PROVISIONS IN THE ILLINOIS SCHOOL CODE Suspends provisions in the teacher preparation programs. RELIEF FOR UTILITY CUSTOMERS - Temporarily suspends two provisions of the Illinois Energy Assistance Act. SB 01681: Adds probation officers to the list of individuals that qualify for death benefits if they are killed in the line of study. This Executive Order supplements the Community Revitalization Order, Executive Order 43. REISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDERS Reissues most executive orders, extending a majority of the provisions through December 12, 2020. REGIONS 4 AND 10 MITIGATIONS Region 4, the Metro East, has had a 7-day rolling average test positivity rate of 8 percent or above for three consecutive days. HB 572 amends the Sales Finance Agency Act to invalidate any financing, retail installment contract or loan for the purchase of a cat or a dog. If you are a worker who received a Form 1099 and are not certain if you are eligible for PUA, you should file a claim for regular unemployment benefits for two reasons. This supersedes EO 2020-38. REISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDERS Reissues Executive Orders 2020-03 through 2020-31, extending most provisions through May 29, 2020. Employers will want to ensure that all workers who perform work on-site, including employees, temporary employees and independent contractors, receive workplace safety training that includes training on COVID-19 symptoms and how to self-assess for symptoms. For example, employers should consider staggering shifts or designating groups of employees to consistently work on the same days and times as each other. On Wednesday, October 27, 2021, in a vote of 64-52 the Illinois House passed an amendment to the Illinois Health Care Right of Conscience Act (Act) that would allow employers to enforce work rules and policies relating to COVID-19 vaccinations and testing and prevent individuals from using the Act to challenge COVID-19 rules and policies. EXTENDS MORATORIUM ON EVICTIONS A person or entity may not commence a residential eviction action. Gatherings of 50 or more people are prohibited, including fitness centers, private clubs, and theaters. EXTENDS CANNABIS APPLICATIONS Further extends the deadline for cannabis craft grower, infuser and transporter license applications and directs applicants to mail completed applications. REISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDERS Reissues most executive orders, extending a majority of the provisions through August 22, 2020. The IHRA and federal law prohibit employers from discriminating against employees on the basis of a disability or perceived disability. Eligible employees can receive up to 26 weeks worth of regular state unemployment insurance and, depending on the unemployment rate, Extended Benefits may be available for an additional 13 or 20 weeks. SB 01846: Requires restaurants to serve water, milk, milk alternative or juice with childrens meals as the default beverage, rather than soda. Statewide, the minimum wage increases by $1 to $12 per hour as part of a measure approved in 2019,. Illinois school employees across the state will receive paid COVID sick leave if they are fully vaccinated under new law signed by Gov. The individual qualifies as actively seeking work as long as they are prepared to return to their job as soon the employer reopens. From Fairgrounds To Museums, Explore The Unique History of Springfield, Camp I Am Me Highlights Burn Awareness Week, T-Mobile Tuesdays: Fresh Perks Every Week, Dentists - Opportunities Springing Up All Over IL, Springfield Area Pets Up For Adoption: Pharaoh, Jawa, Layla & More, Springfield Job Listings: See Who's Hiring In The Area, 5 New Springfield Area Properties On The Market. Any information collected in cases where no criminal charges are filed must be destroyed within 60 days unless there is reasonable suspicion that it contains evidence or a crime or unless it is deemed relevant to an ongoing investigation. REISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDERS Reissues most executive orders, extending a majority of the provisions through July 26, 2020. SB 01624: This bill will add agricultural sciences to the types of courses that can count toward the requirement for three years of science instruction to gain admission to an Illinois public university. Such holidays are regular school days. Illinois reported 735 new COVID cases and 0 related deaths Monday as statewide seven-day test positivity dropped to 1.5%. Employees should not come to work, nor should their employer require them to come to work if they have had a positive test or are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. SB 1730 requires all public corporations with their principal executive offices in Illinois to include in their annual reports to the Secretary of State's office the self-identified sexual orientation and gender identity of each member of its board of directors. Under a new law effective March 11, 2022, employers who received exemption from the prior Tennessee law and have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy must grant wide medical and religious exemptions to employees who refuse to receive the vaccine. Amends Executive Order 2022-06 and establishes that all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, shall continue to be required to wear a face covering (1) where federally required; (2) in congregate facilities such as correctional facilities and homeless shelters; and (3) in healthcare settings. Re-issues former executive orders to protect individuals and businesses from the Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus. Such protected concerted activity generally includes employees talking to one another about working conditions or workplace safety, or engaging in actions, such as petitions or walkouts, to try to improve safety conditions. (COVID-19 EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. Murders peaked in 2021 with 799 homicidesthe most since 1996and in 2022, remains 39% higher than in 2019. Outlines requirements for various businesses and industries. In response, public health restrictions and mitigations are instituted for Region 7, comprised of Will and Kankakee Counties. CANNABIS REGSITRY INDENTIFICATION RENEWALS Suspends provisions in the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act regarding renewal applications and renewal fees for registry identification cards. The ISP can now issue combined FOID and CCL cards to qualified applicants. IDES will backdate claims to the first week of unemployment due to the COVID-19-related reason. HB 03097: Provides that police procedures and appropriate interactions with law enforcement during traffic stops be added to Illinois adult driver education course curriculum and the State Board of Educations curriculum. On January 7, 2022, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) filed peremptory rules adopting the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS). PHASE THREE REOPENING Safely and conscientiously resumes activities that were paused due to COVID-19. To report a possible COVID-19 outbreak, or if you have a concern that your workplace is not following public health rules regarding face coverings and/or capacity limits, please contact your local health department. BRIDGE PHASE - Safely expands activities for businesses and organizations that were limited during prior mitigation phases of the COVID-19 pandemic. The ISP will create a new Violent Crime Intelligence Task Force to conduct enforcement operations against those with revoked FOID cards. To encourage Illinoisans to support the state economy, this law reduces vehicle registration fees for cars and small trucks if they are manufactured in Illinois. Industrial radiography certifications and industrial radiography trainee certifications that have expired or will expire may be extended. HB 2790 allows public defenders to provide legal representation for non-citizens facing deportation in immigration court, but only in Cook County. Under the Child Care Act of 1969, the definition of child is suspended to ensure those who are 18 years or older can remain in their placement. SUSPENDS REQUIREMENTS FOR SOCIAL WORKERS - Suspends certain requirements for restoration of an inactive or expired license of five years or less for professional counselors, social workers, and clinical psychologists. Yes. You shouldn't be on the hook for tickets when your car gets stolen. Employers should clearly explain paid leave policies and make employees aware they may be eligible for benefits if they are sick or live in the same household as someone who is diagnosed with COVID-19. Generally, isolation can be discontinued when all three conditions are met: 10 days have passed since symptoms started, no fever for at least 24 hours without the use of fever- reducing medications, and other symptoms are improving. Nearly 300 new laws will take effect in Illinois at the start of the new year. Suspends requiring internships for endorsements on professional educator licenses. ILLINOIS INSURANCE CODE Suspends certain provisions in the Illinois Insurance Code that require in-person education and/or exams within a certain time frame in order to maintain or obtain a professional insurance license. Continue to evaluate which employees are able to work from home and are encouraged to facilitate remote work when possible; Ensure that employees practice social distancing and wear face coverings when social distancing is not always possible. This Executive Order supersedes Executive Order 2021-10. Second, the PUA program has been established for individuals who are unemployed for specific reasons attributable to COVID-19 and not covered by the states regular unemployment insurance program. REISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDERS - Reissues several executive orders, extending a majority of the provisions through December 11, 2021. HB 03955: Provides that automatic renewal offers or continuous service offers online should provide a toll-free number, email or a postal address if the seller directly bills the consumer, or to provide another cost-effective way to cancel the service. All schools shall make remote instruction available. ISP will now have a public database of all guns reported stolen that can be checked prior to the transfer of any firearm to prevent inadvertent transfers of stolen weapons. Suspends certain requirements, including the need for an adult use cannabis dispensing organization agent to obtain an agent identification card from IDFPR prior to beginning work at a dispensary and the need for a medical or adult use cannabis dispensing organization agent to keep an agent identification card visible at all times when in the dispensary. Individuals must continue to practice social distancing and wear a face covering in public places or when working. MODIFIES REGIONAL MITIGATION METRICS Defines the metrics for any of the 11 regions to move to less or more restrictive mitigation measures. PROFESSIONAL REGULATION LAW Suspends the Secretary of the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation from taking certain actions to increase the number of licensed professionals responding to the disaster, to the extent that it limits the Secretarys authority to those working under the direction of IEMA and IDPH. HB 00033: Prohibits companies from denying life insurance coverage based on a person participating in substance use treatment or recovery support programs. REISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDERS Reissues Executive Orders 2020-03 through 2020-37, extending most provisions through June 27, 2020. HB 00605: Prohibits state institutions from buying Illinois and American flags not produced in the U.S. HB 03027: Allows expectant mothers to use a disabilities motor decal or device for no more than 90 days during their third trimester. Published September 15, 2022 Updated on September 15, 2022 at 4:17 pm NBC Universal, Inc. Illinois Gov. This supersedes Section 1 of Executive Order 2020-03*. HB 00122: Ends early termination fees for customers of telephone, cellphone, television, internet, energy, medical alert system or water services who die before the end of their contracts. 2019: Illinois governor signs . Employers are prohibited, by the IHRA and federal law, from treating employees differently based on race or national origin. An employee who is not experiencing symptoms but was tested due to close contact with someone with symptoms or a COVID-19 diagnosis should follow the guidance of public health authorities and any potential work restrictions, until they receive their test results. All Rights Reserved. The Illinois Whistleblower Protection Act, 740 ILCS 174, prohibits retaliation against an employee for disclosing information they believe violates a state or federal law, rule, or regulation. If you are concerned that your employer is not adhering to the required state COVID-19 workplace safety guidelines, you may contact the Workplace Rights Bureau of the Office of the Illinois Attorney General at (844) 740-5076 or workplacerights@atg.state.il.us SB 1846 amends the Illinois Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to establish a requirement that the default beverage for kids' meals at restaurants is unsweetened water, juice or milk. HB 03445: A person who seeks medical assistance for an opioid overdose will have immunity from prosecution for possession. Employers may require an employee to take a COVID-19 test or submit a medical verification clearing them to return to work after they have experienced symptoms associated with COVID-19, been in close contact with an individual who has been diagnosed with COVID-19, or tested positive for COVID- 19, been sick, or experienced COVID-19 related symptoms. Schools must follow IDPH guidance and all schools may continue to provide food and other non-educational services. Employees who believe that they have been retaliated against for opposing unlawful discrimination can file or amend a charge using the, The federal Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 protects private sector employees who raise safety and health concerns with their employer or a government agency. HB 376, also known as the Teaching Equitable Asian American History Act, requires that all public elementary and high schools must include a unit that teaches the contributions of Asian American communities and individuals to the history of the United States and the Midwest, including the arts, science, politics and civil rights. STATE FAIRS - Cancels the State Fairs in Springfield and DuQuoin scheduled for 2020, to protect the health and safety of fairgoers, entertainers, competitors, vendors, employees, and those living in the surrounding areas. SB 00105: Expands how an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse can prove he or she completed clinical experience. Extends the suspension of on-site learning in K-12 schools, with schools transitioning from Act of God Days to Remote Learning Days. Business can continue with employees working from home. Region 10, Suburban Cook County, has had eight consecutive days of increases in test positivity and seven days of increased hospital admissions. In workplaces where employees are represented by a union, union representatives can also participate in workplace safety planning. SB 01673: Changes the Animal Control Act to remove the terms spayed and neutered and replace them with the word sterilized.. Unlike defendants in criminal court, parties in immigration court do not have a constitutional right to representation. REGIONS 9 MITIGATIONS Region 9, Lake and McHenry counties, has reported three consecutive days of a test positivity rate of 8 percent or higher. Court Operations: The Winnebago County and Boone County Courts are hearing all matters pursuant to the provisions set forth in Administrative Order 2022-12 and General Order 1.03. . REISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDERS - Reissues several executive orders, extending a majority of the provisions through July 24, 2021. In response, public health restrictions and mitigations are implemented for Region 7 (Will and Kankakee counties) and Region 8 (Kane and DuPage counties), for restaurants and bars, meetings and social events, gaming and casinos and for all workplaces, effective October 23, 2020. An example of an employee symptom screening form can be found on IDPHs website. Reissues and amends previous Executive Orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic through July 24, 2022. That led to the passage of a budget, temporary changes to election procedures and little else as Pritzker set pandemic policies through a series of executive orders. First, not all individuals classified as 1099 employees are actually independent contractors as defined by the Unemployment Insurance Act. If an employee is receiving health insurance through their employer, the employer must continue that coverage during the leave period. Worker safety training and the corresponding written materials should be available in a language spoken by employees and accessible to employees with a range of education levels. Amends Executive Order 2022-06 and establishes that all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, shall continue to be required to wear a face covering (1) where federally required; (2) in congregate facilities such as correctional facilities and homeless shelters; and (3) in healthcare settings. SB 539 includes amendments to Illinois Governmental Ethics Act and the Lobbyist Registration Act touted as ethics reforms by members of the Democratic Party's legislative supermajority . Per guidance from the U.S. As a result, only three new laws took effect at the start of 2021 down from over 250 the prior year. CANNABIS LICENSES - Suspends the requirement that by July 1, 2020, the Illinois Department of Agriculture must issue up to 40 Craft Grower Licenses, up to 40 Infuser Licenses, and issue Transporting Organization Licenses. Applying for and being denied benefits under the regular program is the first step in establishing eligibility under the new temporary program. Employers should recognize that health care providers may be extremely busy and not able to provide the requested documentation in a timely manner. In response, public health restrictions and mitigations are instituted for Region 1, comprised of Boone, Carroll, DeKalb, Jo Daviess, Lee, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside and Winnebago counties, for restaurants and bars, meetings and social events, gaming and casinos and for all workplaces, effective October 3, 2020. During the COVID- 19 pandemic, employers may ask employees who work on-site if they have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, chills, cough, and shortness of breath. Under the latter bill, feminine hygiene products will now be available for free at homeless shelters that provide housing assistance to women and youth. Law enforcement officers can also seize tobacco products or electronic cigarettes that violate the bills prohibition on marketing to children. SB 58: Lowers the registration fee for trailers weighing less than 3,000 lbs. REISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDERS - Reissues several executive orders, extending a majority of the provisions through October 16, 2021. Any bids received by a school district for construction purposes may be communicated and accepted electronically. Those who agree to fingerprinting are granted streamlined processes for renewing FOID and CCL cards. COVID-19 also has raised other employment-related questions involving issues such as pay and benefits, leave, and eligibility for unemployment insurance. HB 3262 allows for civil lawsuits to be filed by anyone who has suffered an injury, damage or intimidation from a hate crime consisting of a false police report or 911 call, regardless of whether criminal charges were filed in connection with the incident. [{"code":"en","title":"Illinois' Virtual Agent","message":"Hello"},{"code":"es","title":"Agente virtual de Illinois","message":"Hola"}]. 42 U.S.C. However, employees may be entitled to use vacation or other paid time off in accordance with their employers established leave program. HB 796, an amendment to the Public University Uniform Admission Pilot Program Act, requires that the University of Illinois establish a four-year pilot program guaranteeing that all applicants who speak English proficiently, graduated high school and attended community college in Illinois and earned at least 36 credits with a grade point average of at least 3.0 be allowed to attend. The order aligns with the latest CDC guidance and rescinds emergency rules requiring face masks for fully vaccinated individuals. To promote scheduling consistency, employers should give employees the opportunity to provide input on their preferred schedule. This supersedes Executive Order 2020-10. Reissues previous Executive Orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic through January 6, 2023. No. Health care facilities, professionals, and volunteers are immune from civil liability for any injury or death alleged, unless caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. To encourage employee input and feedback on safety and health matters, employers should consider designating one or more employees to be points of contact for employees with health or safety concerns or, in larger workplaces, creating a workplace safety and health committee made up of employee representatives from a variety of roles within the business. Suspends the requirement that a fully executed marriage license must be submitted to the county clerk within 10 days. For further information or to contact the Illinois Department of Employment Security, visit: https://www2.illinois.gov/ides/aboutides/Pages/Contact_IDES.aspx. Prominently post the guidance from IDPH and the Office of the Illinois Attorney General regarding workplace safety during the COVID-19 emergency. The law does not apply to tobacco cessation products or cannabis paraphernalia. Also suspends the requirement that the Department must approve or deny an application for a medical or adult use cannabis cultivation center agent identification card within a certain amount of days. J.B. Pritzker on Tuesday morning. Working from home may be a reasonable accommodation under some circumstances. Guidance regarding the ADA and the COVID-19 pandemic issued by the EEOC is available here. Employers should never require employees or other workers at the workplace to report to work while experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. Local governments can still pass ordinances regulating setbacks, use of fertilizer or water, and invasive species controls as long as they do not have the effect of forbidding vegetable gardens. All rights reserved, CTA Continues Efforts to Adapt Electric Buses to Winter's Challenges, 7 Cubs Pitchers Combine for No-Hitter Vs. Padres, The Lifting Up Illinois Working Families Act, New Ranking Names Most Expensive Cities In Illinois and These Chicago Suburbs Top the List, Stomach Bug Cases Surging, Sending People to Emergency Rooms in Chicago Area, Chicago Suburb Lands on List of Happiest Places to Live,' Another Midwest City Makes Top 10, Chicago-Area Counties Under Winter Storm Advisories and Warnings. Under the Illinois school code, teachers receive a minimum of 10 sick days per year in line with national averages, according to the National Center for Teacher Quality .