HB1288Introduced in the House
ELECTED PUBLIC OFFICE-ELIGIBLE
Introduced by LaShawn Ford, District 8
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that a person convicted of a felony, after the completion of his or her sentence, including the completion of his or her parole or mandatory supervised release term, shall be eligible to be nominated for, and elected to, an elective public office. Provides that the provision does not apply to a person convicted of a felony, bribery, perjury, or other infamous crime for an offense committed while he or she was serving as a public official in the State. Defines "elective public office". Amends the Election Code and the Illinois Municipal Code to make conforming changes.
Where it stands
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael Crawford
March 30, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. La Shawn K. Ford
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Kelly M. Cassidy
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Rita Mayfield
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Travis Weaver
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael Crawford
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