SB2040Introduced in the Senate
VEHICLE CD-SAFETY TOWING
Introduced by Celina Villanueva, District 12
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that any personal property belonging to the vehicle owner in a vehicle subject to a lien shall be subject to that lien, except for the specified items, which may be claimed by immediate family members at the authorization of the vehicle owner. Establishes registration requirements for commercial vehicle safety relocators and tasks the Illinois Commerce Commission with oversight duties and the imposition of penalties. Provides that commercial vehicle safety relocators must follow specified business address requirements. Sets forth provisions concerning liens against personal property in a towed vehicle, making false statements and the power of the Commission to deny an application or revoke registration from a commercial vehicle safety relocator, and the relocation and redemption of vehicles. Makes changes regarding liability for violations of specified provisions of the Code. Requires a commercial vehicle safety relocator to designate a registered agent within the State. Adds provisions concerning vehicle impoundment, failure to satisfy fines or penalties assessed by the Commission, and suspension of tow truck registrations. Makes other changes.
Where it stands
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0133
August 1, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
House votes
2 recorded votes · each counted separately
Senate votes
3 recorded votes · each counted separately
HouseStage: Third Reading in House · May 22, 2025
115
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
115 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Aaron Ortiz | 1 | Yes |
| Elizabeth Hernandez | 2 | Yes |
| Eva Dina Delgado | 3 | Yes |
| Lilian Jimenez | 4 | Yes |
| Kimberly Du Buclet | 5 | Yes |
| Sonya Harper | 6 | Yes |
| Emanuel Welch | 7 | Yes |
| LaShawn Ford | 8 | Yes |
| Yolanda Morris | 9 | Yes |
| Jawaharial Williams | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Celina Villanueva
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
Assigned to Transportation
Do Pass Transportation; 017-000-000
Placed on Calendar Order of 2nd Reading March 6, 2025
Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Filed with Secretary by Sen. Celina Villanueva
Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Referred to Assignments
Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Assignments Refers to Transportation
Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Recommend Do Adopt Transportation; 015-000-000
Second Reading
Senate Floor Amendment No. 1 Adopted; Villanueva
Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading March 20, 2025
Third Reading - Passed; 055-000-000
Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Lakesia Collins
Arrived in House
Chief House Sponsor Rep. William "Will" Davis
First Reading
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Transportation: Vehicles & Safety
Do Pass / Short Debate Transportation: Vehicles & Safety; 012-000-000
Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
Added Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Margaret Croke
Added Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Kelly
Added Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Matt Hanson
Added Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Harry Benton
Second Reading - Short Debate
Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading - Short Debate
Added Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin
Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed 115-000-000
Passed Both Houses
Sent to the Governor
Governor Approved
Effective Date January 1, 2026
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0133
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