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New Bill Introductions of Note
HB 3427, Vehicle Idling was introduced. This bill provides that a person that operates a motor vehicle operating on diesel fuel in an affected area may not cause or allow the motor vehicle, when it is not in motion, to idle for more than a total of 3 (rather than 10) minutes within any 60 minute period.
HB 3491, Prevailing Wage was introduced. This bill amends the Prevailing Wage Act. Provides that any laborer, worker, or mechanic who is employed by the contractor or by any lower tier sub-contractor and is paid for services in a sum less than the prevailing wage rates for work performed on a project shall have a right of action for whatever difference there may be between the amount so paid and the prevailing rates required to be paid for work performed on the project.
HB 3530, Speed Limit was introduced. This bill provides that, on and after October 1, 2023, the default speed limit is 20 (instead of 30) miles per hour within an urban district, and 10 (instead of 15) miles per hour in an alley within an urban district. Provides that a county, municipality, or township with speed enforcement authority may only issue warnings for violations during the first 60 days after enactment.
HB 3550, Procurement was introduced. This bill provides that, when procuring construction or construction-related projects with a total value over the small purchase maximum, the construction agency shall provide a bid preference to a responsive and responsible bidder that is an Illinois business (previously just responsible). Provides that the construction agency shall allocate to the lowest bid by an Illinois business that is responsible and responsive. Provides that this only applies to projects where a bid has been submitted by a business that is not an Illinois business.
HB 3551, Procurement was introduced. This bill removes a repeal date for the definition of "single prime", but makes the definition inoperative on January 1, 2026 for public institutions of higher education. Removes a provision limiting applicability through December 31, 2025 of provisions related to single prime projects. Removes a provision limiting the Capital Development Board from using the single prime procurement delivery method under specified circumstances. Limits provisions relating to building construction contracts in excess of $250,000 to public institutions of higher education. Provides that, before electing to use single prime on a project, the Capital Development Board must make a written determination that must include a description as to the particular advantages of the single prime procurement method for that project and an evaluation of specified factors. Provides that the Chief Procurement Officer must review the Capital Development Board's determination and consider the adequacy the evaluation of the specified factors to determine whether the Board may proceed with single prime. Allows the Board to cure their determination if the Chief Procurement Officer finds the Board's written determination insufficient.
HB 3568, Greenhouse Emissions was introduced. This bill defines "covered materials" and "environmental product declaration". Provides that by January 1, 2024, the Department of Transportation shall establish a technical advisory committee to assist the Department with the development and implementation of policies and procedure to implement the provisions. Provides that prior to January 1, 2027, the Department may collect environmental product declarations on covered materials on a select number of projects as determined by the technical advisory committee to assess the greenhouse gas emissions attributable to covered materials. Provides that after January 1, 2027, the Department may establish a policy with the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions attributable to covered materials the Department uses in the construction and maintenance activities. Limits the Department's ability to use environmental product declarations in determining the lowest responsible bidder or to compare covered materials with different product category rules.
HB 3641, Local Government/Construction was introduced. This bill provides that ordinances of units of local government may not be enforced against construction, reconstruction, improvement, or installation of State facilities. Provides that units of local government cannot require payment of permitting fees or require permit inspections for the construction, reconstruction, improvement, or installation of State facilities. Provides that the provisions apply to construction, reconstruction, improvement, or installation of projects that are ongoing on the effective date of the amendatory Act and to all projects started on or after the effective date of the amendatory Act. Provides that the regulation of local ordinances, fees, and inspections affecting the construction, reconstruction, improvement, or installation of State facilities are exclusive powers and functions of the State.
HB 3717, Prevailing Wage was introduced. This bill amends the Prevailing Wage Act. Provides that specified provisions of the Act apply to any survey work performed for construction control, layout, or grade checking.
HB 3770, Rail Carrier Insurance was introduced. This bill provides that as part of proof of financial responsibility, every rail carrier shall verify hit and run and uninsured motor vehicle coverage and underinsured motor vehicle coverage in a total amount of not less than $250,000 per passenger.
HB 3864, BEP Aspirational Goals was introduced. This bill amends the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act. Provides that not less than 40% of the total dollar amount of State contracts shall be established as an aspirational goal to be awarded to businesses owned by minorities. Provides that of the total amount of all State contracts awarded to businesses owned by minorities, contracts representing at least 20% shall be awarded to businesses owned by black or African American persons. Removes provisions allowing for a waiver from contract goals established under the Act. Requires the return of specified funds for failing to accomplish contract goals established under the Act.
HB 3889, Procurement/BEP was introduced. This bill amends the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act. Provides that notwithstanding any other provision of law, the goals established in this Act should apply to 100% of a State agencies total procurement spending.
HB 3894, State Contractors/Suppliers was introduced. This bill provides that as soon as practical after the effective date, but no later than January 1, 2024, a corporation that has contracts with the State shall include as part of its annual report submitted to the Secretary of State a list of its professional services suppliers by category. Provides that the list shall include the percentage of owners and employees in each category that are women or are members of a minority group. Provides that the list shall identify minority groups with specificity. Provides that corporations that submit annual supplier diversity reports to the Illinois Commerce Commission in accordance with the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act are exempt from the reporting requirements.
HB 3922, Watershed Management/Railroads was introduced. This bill amends the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Act. Provides that, no later than one year after the effective date of the amendatory Act, railroads owning more than 5% of land in a municipality within the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District shall be in conformance with the requirements of the District's Watershed Management Ordinance.
HB 3927, P3 Act was introduced. This bill creates the Public-Private Partnerships Act. Provides that the intent of the Act, among others, is to authorize responsible public entities to develop and enter into public-private partnership agreements for qualifying projects which result in the availability of such projects to the public in a more timely and less costly fashion, thereby serving the public safety, benefit, and welfare. Creates the Infrastructure Investment Commission, including its membership and duties. Establishes the qualifications and processes related to unsolicited proposals for projects that become public-private agreements for the building, upgrading, providing of services, operating, ownership or financing of facilities. Sets forth the procedures and standards for the formation of public-private agreements between public and private entities, including the powers of the entities and the provisions of the agreements. Establishes development and operation standards for projects. Includes provisions related to the taxation and financial arrangements related to public-private partnerships. Sets forth additional provisions related to: the acquisition of property; law enforcement; and additional powers of responsible public entities with respect to qualifying projects. We welcome your feedback on this legislation.
HB 3947, Capitol EV Charging was introduced. This bill provides that the Architect of the Capitol, in conjunction with the Secretary of State, shall arrange for the installation of at least 3 supercharger electric vehicle charging stations within the legislative complex within 5 years after the effective date of the amendatory Act.
HB 3959, IFA/Bonds was introduced. This bill amends the Illinois Finance Authority Act. Provides that the Authority is prohibited from requiring an organization or company that receives funding from the Authority to procure a bond. Provides that all bond provisions in existing contracts between the Authority and an organization or company are unenforceable.
Rulemaking
There was no rulemaking of note for this Council in the February 24th edition of the Illinois Register
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