HB5042Introduced in the House
PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION-SURETY
Introduced by William Davis, District 30
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amends the Public Construction Bond Act. Provides that the Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority shall require every contractor for public works to furnish, supply, and deliver a bond if the public works contract will cost more than $10,000,000 (currently, $500,000). Provides that local governmental units shall require a bond for public works projects costing over $5,000,000 (currently, $150,000) and may require a bond for public works projects valued at $5,000,000 or less (currently, $150,000 or less). Provides that certain bonding requirements apply until January 1, 2034 (currently, January 1, 2029).
Where it stands
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
March 27, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
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Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. William "Will" Davis
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Revenue & Finance Committee
To Tax Policy: Other Taxes Subcommittee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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