Bill Sponsor
Illinois Senate Bill 2751
Session 103rd
Local-Disabled Vet Permit Fee
Became Law
Became Law
Became Law on Jul 1, 2024
Sponsors
Republican
Dan McConchie
Democrat
Stephanie A. Kifowit
First Action
Jan 16, 2024
Latest Action
Jul 1, 2024
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill Number
2751
State
Illinois
Session
103rd
Sponsorship by Party
Summary
Amends the Counties Code, Township Code, and Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a veteran with a disability or the veteran's caregiver shall not be charged any building permit fee for improvements to the residence of the veteran with a disability if the improvements are required to accommodate a disability of the veteran. Provides that the applications, forms, and other paperwork required to obtain a building permit must still be submitted. Limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers. Effective January 1, 2025. Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Reinserts the provisions of the introduced bill with the following changes. Requires a veteran or caregiver to provide proof of veteran status and attest to the fact that the improvements to the residence are required to accommodate the veteran's disability. Provides that proof of veteran status is to be construed liberally, and veteran status shall include service in the Armed Forces of the United States, National Guard, or the reserves of the Armed Forces of the United States. Provides that what constitutes proof of veteran status shall be determined by the county, township, or municipality. Prohibits the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs from adjudicating any dispute arising under the provisions. Effective January 1, 2025.
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Record Created
Jan 17, 2024 4:37:41 AM
Record Updated
Jul 11, 2024 12:04:03 PM