Illinois House Floor Debate — March 30, 2022

"The House will be in order. Members will be in their chairs. We shall be led in prayer today by Lee Crawford, the Pastor of the Cathedral of Praise Christian Center in Springfield. Members and guests are asked to refrain from starting their laptops, turn off all cell phones, and rise for the invocation and Pledge of Allegiance. Pastor Crawford."

"We will be led in the Pledge of Allegiance today by Representative Sommer."

"Roll Call for Attendance. Leader Greenwood is recognized to report any excused absences from the Democratic side of the aisle." 10200094.docx 1  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Let the record reflect that Representatives Barbara Hernandez, Meyers-Martin, and Scherer are excused today."

"Leader Welter is recognized to report any excused absences on the Republican side."

"Have all recorded themselves who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. There being 109 present, answering the roll call, a quorum is present. Mr. Clerk, Committee Report."

"On page 16, under the Order of Resolutions, we have House Joint Resolution 66, offered by Representative Niemerg. Representative Niemerg is recognized."

"The Members will take a moment of silence. Representative Niemerg moves for the adoption of House Joint Resolution 66. All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 109 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Resolution, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby adopted. Representative Hirschauer, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. A point of personal privilege, please."

"Please proceed."

"Thank you. I just want to take a moment to acknowledge two very special guests who are joining us today. Maggie and Teddy have been here for a couple days, but today my husband, Jim, is here and our oldest daughter, Emma. And they're up there in the gallery. You can stand up and wave. Because… I promised I wouldn't do it, but I can't… I have to. I'm a mom. It is Emma's 15th birthday today. So, let's give her a big round of applause."

"Happy birthday. Representative Collins, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Point of personal privilege."

"Please proceed."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. So, I just wanted to take some time and send my deepest condolences out to SEIU Healthcare Illinois member Cassandra McKnight. I wanted to send my love to her family and her friends. Anyone who knew 10200094.docx 5  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 Cassandra knew that she was a true fighter for working-class people. She led with dignity. She led with her heart. And so, our entire local is mourning a loss of our sister. And so, I just wanted this Body to take a moment of silence in memory of Cassandra McKnight."

Speaker Manley: "A moment of silence, Members. Thank you, Representative. Representative Ugaste, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Please proceed."

"Welcome to Springfield. Representative Kifowit, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Point of personal privilege, Madam Speaker."

"Please proceed."

"Madam Speaker, on behalf of Representative Sue Scherer who had an emergency and could not be here today, I am honored to be joined by two amazing Pages for the day on her behalf. Tammy Taylor is the mother of Salathiel and she is our Page for the day. Salathiel Buford. And she is also the aunt of her fine nephew, Ethan Patterson. So, they are joining us for 10200094.docx 6  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 Page to the day. And I just would like everybody in Springfield to give them a warm welcome."

"Thank you for being with us. Leader Welter, for what reason do you seek recognition, although I can guess?"

"Please proceed."

"Thank you for being here. The Chair recognizes Leader Andrade."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Let the record reflect that Representative Zalewski is excused. And also, Madam Speaker, I move that Representatives Guerrero-Cuellar, Representative Cassidy, Carroll, and Representative Meier be allowed to participate and cast their vote remotely."

Speaker Manley: "Leader Andrade has made a Motion that Representatives Guerrero-Cuellar, Cassidy, Carroll, and Meier be allowed to participate and cast their votes remotely. This is a roll call vote. All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this Motion, there are 76 voting in 10200094.docx 7  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 'favor', 22 voting 'no', and 5 voting 'present'. And the Motion is adopted. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll is here."

"Cassidy is present."

"Representative Guerrero-Cuellar is present."

"On page 2 of the Calendar, on House Bills on Second Reading, House Bill 1170, Representative Meyers- Martin. Representative Meyers-Martin. Out of the record. House Bill 1567, Representative Elizabeth Hernandez. Representative Hernandez. Representative Hernandez. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Third Reading. House… Representative Hernandez, I'm sorry. You're recognized on your Amendment." Hernandez, L.: "Not sure if it has an Amendment."

"Representative, should I take it out of the record for now?" 10200094.docx 8  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 Hernandez, L.: "Yes, let me… wait a minute. Yes, it's House Floor Amendment #1. Simply what it does, it just clarifies the existing Office of New Americans in the… New Americans in the Governor's Office. Adds to the list of things to do a reporting mechanism. That's it."

"Representative Hernandez moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment 1 to House Bill 1567. All those in favor say 'aye'; opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Mr. Clerk, any further Amendments?"

"Third Reading. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Hernandez." Hernandez, L.: "Thank you, Madam Speaker. Today I'm presenting the Amendment to House Bill 1567, which does become the Bill. This legislation makes changes to the Governor's Office of New Americans to clarify their duties of the office to help it more effectively assist immigrants and refugees. The… excuse me. The legislation also provides that the Office of New Americans shall monitor the completion of New Americans Plans at each state agency. This Bill comes before you for consideration at a critical time as millions of people are forced to leave their homes and lives in Ukraine to seek safety, protection, assistance, and refugee abroad in the midst of their country's ongoing invasion by Russia. Over the past few weeks, we have heard calls of support for the people of Ukraine from both sides of the aisle. I ask for you to 10200094.docx 9  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 stand on the right side of history and help us ensure that… that Illinois will be ready to welcome immigrants and refugees, not only from Ukraine but from across the globe, as they seek a better life for their families. And you may know, as a matter of fact, that just recently the Biden Administration announced that the U.S. will be welcoming about a hundred thousand Ukrainians. I ask for your 'aye' vote."

"Chair recognized Leader Batinick."

"She indicates that she will."

"The Chair recognizes Representative Mazzochi."

"She indicates that she will."

"Leader Hernandez to close." Hernandez, L.: "Members, at a time right now that we see what is occurring at the Ukraine, I really press upon that this is a good time to activate, once again, this particular office. We're doing a lot of good things for our immigrant and refugee 10200094.docx 13  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 communities. This is adding on to that. So, I ask for your 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 1567 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 94 voting in 'favor', 18 voting 'against', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 1592, Representative Conroy. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Conroy on the Amendment." 10200094.docx 14  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Thank you, Speaker. House Floor Amendment 1 directs the Illinois Department of Human Services to create a plan to maximize the use of existing state-operated psychiatric beds for nonforensic or noncourt-ordered cases through staff training, regular assessments to ensure patients continue to meet the regular requirements for court-ordered inpatient care, and improved access to outpatient step-down services."

"Representative Conroy moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment 1 to House Bill 1592. All those in favor say 'aye'; opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Mr. Clerk, any further Amendments?"

"Third Reading. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Conroy."

"Thank you, Speaker. This is an initiative of NAMI Chicago, Thresholds, and the Illinois Department of Human Services to create a strategic plan for the department to maximize the use of existing state-operated inpatient psychiatric beds. It will include, number one, inpatient strategic plan. DHS Division of Mental Health would prepare a strategic plan for making the best use of state-operated inpatient psychiatric beds, reducing length of stay for forensic patients and improving quality of care in state- operated facilities. This plan would be published within one year of the effective date. And two, prohibition on further bed reduction. I ask for an 'aye' vote." 10200094.docx 15  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Chair recognizes Representative Mazzochi."

"She indicates that she will."

"No, it is not."

"This piece of legislation does not, but the critical piece is making sure that we utilize what we have and making very sure we do not close any more. I guarantee you, there will be following legislation in terms of opening more."

"Of course not."

"Representative Conroy to close."

"Thank you very much. And I ask for an 'aye' vote." 10200094.docx 16  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Question is, 'Shall House Bill 1592 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 112 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Leader Demmer, for what reason do you seek recognition? Awe."

"There's a lot of cuteness there. I'm talking about your son."

"Please proceed."

"Welcome to Springfield. Leader Andrade, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Point of personal privilege, Madam Speaker."

"Please proceed."

"I'd like to… first of all, I'd like to welcome back our former Member, Senator Robert Martwick, who is… today I have… you can clap a little bit later. Hold on a second. One second. I'd like to introduce my guest, Zach Figliuolo, who is here today with us paging. He is a senior at Concordia University, majoring in strategic communications. He came to observe the legislative process. Clearly, he came in the right chamber. It's right over here. He is also the nephew of Senator Robert Martwick. Please join me in giving Zach and Senator Martwick a warm welcome to the House chamber. Thank you very much. Thank you, Madam Speaker."

"Representative McCombie, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Please proceed."

"Representative Swanson, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Please proceed." 10200094.docx 18  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Happy birthday, Representative. I like how he didn't mention your age. Chair recognizes Representative Severin. For what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Please proceed."

Speaker Manley: "Welcome to Springfield, gentlemen. Representative Lilly, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Personal privilege."

"Please proceed."

"I'd just like to take a minute to say happy birthday to my father. Today is his 92nd birthday. Thank you. He is… he's battling stage IV cancer. And he said to me on yesterday, I made it, to his 92nd birthday. So, thank you all. Give him some love in your prayers. And thank you all for loving on me each and every day. God bless you."

"Thank you, Representative Lilly. Page 3 of the Calendar, House Bill 3220, Representative Tarver. Representative Tarver. Out of the record. Moving to page 4, Senate Bills on Third Reading. Senate Bill 153, Representative Didech. Out of the record. Senate Bill 645, Representative Hoffman. Out of the record. Senate Bill 2945, Representative Hurley. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Hurley."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Senate Bill 2945 creates the Statewide 9-8-8 Trust Fund in the state treasury to be used to establish and maintain a statewide 9-8-8 suicide prevention and mental health crisis system pursuant to the 10200094.docx 20  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2020. I'm here for questions and would appreciate an 'aye' vote."

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 2945 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 112 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'against', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 2981, Representative Evans. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Evans."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker and the great Members of this Assembly. Senate Bill 2981 creates the Innovations for 10200094.docx 21  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 Transportation Infrastructure Act to implement design-build in Illinois, which permits the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois State Tollway Authority to use design-build approach in bids and proposals. For IDOT, the cost may not exceed $400 million for contracts awarded during IDOT's multi-year highway improvement program for any 5-year period. For Tollway Authority, it may not exceed 20 percent of the Authority's annual improvement program. The design-build approach consolidates design, engineering, and construction services into one fixed package selected by a qualification-based selection process. The goal of this process is to bring greater efficiency and innovation to the system in order to deliver projects faster and more efficiently. IDOT and Tollway typically use a different approach. This is what's happening today. Design-bid-build, which through these services procure such as separate contracts. While this process works well for most projects, design-build offers a more streamlined and effective approach, an efficient approach for more complex projects, bridges, interchanges, and such, which are coming. Illinois has hundreds of small and diverse engineer companies that work with IDOT and Tollway. I, along with many advocates and other Legislators, we had serious concerns about the impact design-build would have on this sector and we wouldn't sit back. So, as a result, the language in this Bill works to ensure that DBE inclusion and protections are present and visible in this new procurement model, including separate goals for design and engineering and bid shop protections. Again, real protections for DBE inclusion. Design-build will 10200094.docx 22  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 help speed up implementation of the Build Illinois Capital Bill. Getting shovel-ready projects out the door more quickly will allow Illinois to capture more federal funding, which we need. Design-build has a proven track record on success on many projects in Chicago and throughout the country with more than $100 billion in projects in 2020, and of course, including Chicago. I appreciate your support. We have a tool for innovation for our construction industry. This is that tool. And again, we're doing it in an incremental way to make sure it works. We know it works, but to make sure it works. So, I request your support and available for questions."

"Chair recognizes Representative Davis."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Will the Sponsor yield?".

"He indicates that he will."

"Representative, would you mind maybe speaking again? You indicated, I think, in your remarks that you felt this effort was going to be better for diverse businesses. Can you speak to that again, please?"

"We put in protections to ensure that diverse businesses are protected with the procurement model. There's some of the companies that we know and that I know reached out because they wanted to make sure that they wouldn't lose out. And if you look at page 16 through 17, we want to make sure that the agency is allowed to reject bids that don't meet DBE requirements. Also, making sure there's no bid shopping. Also, making sure that there's still a separation with the bids with regards to engineering because some of the companies were concerned about the big boys coming in and taking all the design-build work. That's not the reality in other places, 10200094.docx 23  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 but we wanted to make sure the legislation was reflective and protective of the companies we care about."

"But are there still waivers in this process?"

"But there's waivers in all processes. So, we're not changing the waiver process. That's a separate issue."

"Okay. So, when you talk about protecting, if that… that prime contractor that gets the opportunity doesn't do what they need to do in terms of reaching out and bringing on diverse businesses, could they still apply for a waiver saying that they claim they can't find them, that they don't exist, that they're not there?"

"If you have an issue with the waiver process, you got to file a Bill on waivers. I don't want to get into a discussion with waivers. Waivers are a concern that people have. If you have an issue with waivers, let's… do what you have to do with regards to waivers."

"Okay. You don't want to talk about that. I understand. So, let's talk about the percentage goals of DBE. So, are you aware that IDOT is under… under a conversation right now to reduce the DBE goal?"

"Again, you're… we're talking about design-build, a new tool for procurement. If you want to address all of these issues, you can stand up on every IDOT Bill and talk about the issues with IDOT. We do need improvements in IDOT. You worked on procurement for a while. I'm not seeing how it's connecting to the design-build. What we're doing now is a Bill to allow design-build incrementally upward to $400 million. You want to talk about all the issues with construction and black folk, we're going to be here all day." 10200094.docx 24  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"I understand that, but you said that it offered protection. So, because you said that, I'm just asking some general questions about why… how you feel a business is going to be protected, particularly if IDOT is trying to reduce the goal. But I understand you don't want to speak to those. You said you want to just focus on the content of the Bill and that's fine. So, I'll just speak to the Bill very quickly."

"To the Bill."

"Design-build, while it may be a more efficient way to do a project, I'm not sure if it offers the necessary protections for diverse businesses that are being asked about and talked about or being discussed as nature of the Bill. I mentioned earlier, I was reached… I received information from a contractor that IDOT is now undergoing a conversation that they said they have to do about reducing the goal, the DBE goal. If we are that concerned… if this administration is that concerned about protecting small businesses, protecting diverse businesses, then why would IDOT even be undergoing such a conversation? And I get the Sponsor doesn't think it's necessarily relevant. Well, in that construction space, all of this is relevant. And to his point, you're right. I guess if I'm concerned about the goals or all the things that he mentioned, maybe I do need to do… file Bills. But in his opening, he talked about how this process protects. And I'm just not convinced that it does protect small businesses. Yes, it may be a better way of the state doing business, being able to do projects, get projects done, but there's a lot of detail that I think may be not being discussed in this process. So, obviously, Members will vote how they feel. Those 10200094.docx 25  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 that support and want to get projects done will support the Member's Bill. At this point, I'm not sure if I can. So, thank you very much, Representative. Thank you for your commentary. Thank you very much, Madam Speaker."

"Chair recognizes Representative Elik."

"He indicates that he will."

"Exist… existing powers. Whenever we do Bills like this, and I've done a few, this is always something that comes up. So, it's nothing new. It's something that they've always had the power, the option to exercise. Of course, we always want it exercised in the most limited way."

"Chair recognizes Representative Mazzochi."

"He indicates that he will."

"Okay. I'm looking. I'm trying to find the page. It's 35?"

"Okay. My understanding that's just some, like, boilerplate language that's needed. In the Bill, I don’t think it's any 10200094.docx 26  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 specific to one project, but I'm sure it's something I can follow up with you on. But my understanding is… yeah, I'm just… I'm looking at it, the language now…"

"Yeah, it's not… my understanding it's not GRF related. It's just some boilerplate language that the department needed, some standard language that was included, I believe, for them to receive funding. But it's… it's not a specific dollar amount. There's not a specific allocation. There's not an appropriation Bill. So… I mean, I can follow up with you, but I'm on page… I don't think… it's nothing specific that's really germane to the substance of the Bill."

"No, that… no. I would say, no."

"No. I'm very comfortable. No. Yeah. I have to be sure 'cause you know… you know your stuff. So, I want to be sure. But the answer is no."

"Yes. I mean, that's the understanding. We want to be the top recipient of federal funds for infrastructure improvement. The time is now. And my understanding is this tool, if it works out with the $400 million allowed and the 20 percent with the Tollway, then hopefully it'll be expanded in the future and really get projects going."

"Not specifically the amount. We have to work with IDOT to see where they want to target. It's only a limited amount of money, $400 million. So, I think they'll probably pick the most-efficient projects, but that's up to the department."

"Chair recognizes Representative Davidsmeyer."

"He indicates that he will."

"Yes."

"Yes. And, of course… and that was a priority for me as Sponsor to see that in… the language is there. And the concerns of those contractors makes sense. Every state is not like Illinois. Some states don't care about proper DBE inclusion and participation. That's a problem."

"But here in Illinois, we make that a priority and we ensure that our version of design-build will still prioritize DBE women, black, minority-owned contractors." 10200094.docx 29  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Thank you."

"Leader Evans to close."

"Again, please support. It's a tool that we have. Let's utilize the tools and make Illinois the top place for infrastructure and development. We're in the middle of the country, we should be the top recipient of federal funds. Let's get the money we need to improve our infrastructure. Please vote 'yes'."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 2981 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 111 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 1 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3036, Representative Tarver. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Tarver."

"Thank you, Madam Chair. This Bill is an initiative of the Illinois State Bar Association. It came out of the Senate in committee unanimously, out of the Senate unanimously. It came out of the Jud - Civ here unanimously. And all that it does is allow for a judge, in his or her discretion, to allow a party to procure life insurance to secure child support payments. My understanding is that the Act already has this for maintenance and it was an oversight that it did not include it for child support payments. I know of no opposition and urge an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Batinick."

"He indicates that he will."

"Members, can we bring the volume down a little bit here in the chamber? Members. Members. How's that?"

"Please continue."

"Yes."

"That's correct."

"So, for instance, you know, when a judge is looking at the outset and allocating child support, either way… actually, a better example is this. I could secure life insurance in the event that I pass and it would pay for my daughter's child support in the future, essentially. It's something that is already available for maintenance. And my understanding is that the Act inadvertently left it out for child support."

"I would urge an 'aye' vote, yes."

"Representative Tarver to close."

"I urge an 'aye' vote. Thank you, Madam Chair."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3036 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'." 10200094.docx 32  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 109 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 2 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. The Chair recognizes Leader Gordon-Booth."

"Thank you, Madam Chair and Members of the Body. If we could turn our attention to the gallery. We have crime survivors who are with us this afternoon. If you could please stand so that you could be recognized by the Body. Crime survivors, please stand. Today is a special day. So, for the last two years, we have been recognizing crime survivors across the State of Illinois that come from every corner of this state. Central Illinois, upstate, downstate, Metro East. You likely have a crime survivor who was here at the Capitol advocating on behalf of policies that have a demonstrated impact on communities that have been impacted by crime and violence. We have House Resolution 782 before the Body today. 10200094.docx 33  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 WHEREAS, On March 30, 2022, more than 200 Illinois crime survivors traveled to the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield for Survivors Speak 2022; These survivors are gathering to heal together, share their stories, advocate for change; Survivors Speak Illinois 2022 is organized by the Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice and the Alliance for Safety and Justice; Crime and violence leaves harm on any individual and community, regardless of age, national origin, race, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, immigration, or economic status; There is a need for the State of Illinois to invest in programs that provide assistance to crime survivors and their families to effectively deal with the inherent trauma and residual effects of violence; Illinois must support trauma recovery centers that play a critical role and are an important resource for the survivors impacted by crime; Illinois must address the immediate safety concerns facing families and invest in a long-term, comprehensive plan to address the root causes of violence; The voices and experiences of survivors have to be centered and cannot be ignored, leading to poor policy and a justice system that fails to meet the needs of survivors or stop the cycle of crime; Most crime survivors do not, do not, receive the help that they need; And only eight percent of all survivors of violence receive direct assistance from a victim service agency; this drops to four percent when the crime is unreported, which is the case for more than half of all violent crimes in this state; Crime survivors understand existing gaps to recovery and how to bridge them; Crime survivors want a system of justice and safety that prioritizes 10200094.docx 34  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 prevention, rehabilitation, and trauma recovery; Though their experiences… through their experiences, crime survivors are well-situated and uniquely qualified to provide essential input and influence in discussions of public safety and criminal justice policy; and there be it for RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED SECOND GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we commend the survivors and the advocates of Survivors Speak Illinois 2022 for their work to stop violence and help those impacted by it from this point further. Ladies and Gentlemen of the Body, please give a round of applause for the survivors who have come all over this state to advocate on behalf of people who have been impacted by homicide, sexual assault, and domestic violence. If I could, too, I want to recognize their leadership, Mr. Aswah Thompson, CEO of Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice, and Miss Lenore Anderson, president of the Alliance for Safety and Justice. Thank you for your leadership."

"Thank you, Leader. Chair recognizes Leader Harris for an announcement."

"Members, Democrats will caucus immediately in Room 114."

Speaker Manley: "Chair recognizes Leader Welter for an announcement."

"I'd say an hour."

"Democrats will caucus immediately. The House will stand in recess to the call of the Chair. Democrats will 10200094.docx 35  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 go to Room 114. On page 5 of the Calendar, Senate Bill 2984, Representative Windhorst. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Windhorst."

"Seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall House… excuse me, Senate Bill 2984 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 108 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 10200094.docx 36  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Chair recognizes Leader Greenwood."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. I would like to move to add Representative Zalewski… that he be allowed to participate and cast his vote remotely."

Speaker Manley: "Leader Greenwood's made a Motion that Representative Zalewski be allowed to participate and cast his vote remotely. This is a roll call vote. All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this Motion, there are 76 voting 'yes', 25 voting 'no', 5 voting 'present'. And the Motion is adopted. Mr. Clerk."

"Z is present." 10200094.docx 37  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Senate Bill 3050, Representative Hurley. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Hurley."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Senate Bill 3050, identical to House Bill 4342, which passed out of the chambers and passed unanimously out of the State Government Committee. It's also similar to HB3160, which is Public Act 102-0460. And it's also similar to HB5251, which presented by the State Rep from Savanah and went on the Agreed Bill List. This is just to… it increases the expenditure threshold at which the park district contracts must be competitively bid from 25 thousand to 30 thousand, and it's an initiative of the Illinois Association of Park Districts. I am here for any questions, and I'd appreciate an 'aye' vote."

"Chair recognizes Leader Batinick."

"She indicates that she will."

"Correct. Hers were with townships. This is the park district."

"I do not."

"Thank you."

"Representative Hurley to close."

"I'd appreciate an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3050 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. Voting's open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Z votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 99 voting in 'favor', 4 voting 'no', 1 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Moving on to Senate Bill 3069, Representative Croke. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Croke."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. SB3069 is an initiative of the Illinois State Bar Association and clarifies that homeowners in an HOA can delegate their association to exercise tax appeal rights for all the unit owners rather than require each unit owner to file an individual appeal. Recent Property Tax Appeal Board decisions, as well as other case law from the Illinois Appellate Courts, have granted townhome associations the right to file a joint appeal on behalf of all owners at the PTAB. There just isn't explicit language in either the Property Tax Code or in PTAB's own rules yet. The Bill passed Revenue Committee unanimously, and I know of no opposition."

"Seeing no further discussion, Senate will… the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3069 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Z votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3073, Representative Mayfield. Out of the record. Senate Bill 3083, Representative LaPointe. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative LaPointe."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Senate Bill 3083 is an initiative of the Illinois State Bar Association. The Bill creates a statutory framework to allow courts to appoint parenting coordinators that can more quickly and less expensively resolve immediate and minor issues causing conflict in families. The Bill builds off a successful model in Cook County and efforts in other local circuits who are 10200094.docx 41  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 using a local circuit model. So, it creates a statutory framework that will encourage local circuits to use this program if they want to do so. A parenting coordinator is not intended to supplant judicial decision making but rather smooth the way for minor decisions to be made on a much simpler and less expensive basis. Parenting coordinators are authorized to make recommendations on things like dropping off and picking up children for parenting time, minor disputes on extracurricular activities. Just to be very clear, and this was something that was discussed in committee, parenting coordinators are not empowered to make decisions related to health care. There are no known opponents. Happy to entertain any questions. Thank you, Madam Speaker."

"Chair recognizes Representative Mazzochi."

"She indicates that she will."

"Thank you for those comments and those questions. The… the item that you raised that was discussed with people both on my side of the aisle and on your side of the aisle were concerns about authority over health care decision-making. And that triggered another conversation with the Illinois State Bar Association where it was determined that the language was clear enough that parenting coordinators do not have authority over health care decisions. And…"

"Okay. I'm going to go back to the concerns that were… are being raised by you and that were raised in committee, concerns related to this idea that the parenting coordinator would have authority over health care decisions, which they do not."

"Page 3 of the Bill, line 10. 'A parenting coordinator shall not make recommendations as to the allocation of parental responsibilities for decision-making.'" 10200094.docx 45  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Any party that's involved in this discussion can file a petition in court."

"The whole idea behind this parenting coordinator concept is that it keeps people out of court for minor decisions, not the big decisions like health care."

"Chair recognizes Representative Ammons."

"Excuse me. Thank you, Madam Speaker. Will the Sponsor yield for just…"

"She indicates she will."

"Thank you so much. So, I'm reading through the language here and I'm pretty familiar with this personally. I'm trying to clarify, first of all, what qualifications the parent coordinators are supposed to have in order to inject themselves into this parenting issue?"

"That is a good question, Representative, and it is in the Bill. So, let me go over that."

"Could you speak up a little bit? 'Cause I am really having trouble hearing you."

"One of our fellow colleagues switched out my microphone. So, therefore, the problem."

"Okay." 10200094.docx 47  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Okay. So, the qualifications to be a parenting coordinator… I'll just walk through them with you, Representative. The person… okay, 'possess and Juris Doctorate or Master's degree in social work, psychology, or counseling, or a higher or equivalent degree in a related field; have at least five years of experience in law, mental health, or a related field; complete an improved course on domestic violence; and attend at least 4 hours per year of continuing education programs which shall address, at a minimum, psychological issues, the needs of children in cases of family separation, and family dynamics.'"

"And how does it… how do they interface with already existing mediators who's supposed to actually do this? There's mediators already in the court process that… whose job it is to actually mediate these issues."

"This is another option that families could pursue that is designed to prevent them from penetrating further into the court system."

"So, the parenting coordinator under this would have to be paid for by the parents that are in the dispute, correct?"

"Good question. So, the parties shall pay for the parenting coordinator fees as ordered by the court or agreed upon by… agreed upon in writing by the parties and the parenting coordinator. The court shall consider the financial resources of the parties and they may waive any… excuse me. They'll consider the financial resources of the parties and any fee waiver requests that may come in."

"And so, the… if I am in the family court and I can barely afford the attorney that I'm paying for, I'm also going to 10200094.docx 48  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 have to pay for a parenting coordinator also to settle these issues?"

"The court has the ability to waive that."

"Is it income eligible… based on income?"

"The local court would have to decide that. But just to your concern here, the idea here is parenting coordinators prevent further penetration into the court system which, as we all know, gets extremely expensive."

"Yeah, I don't think they will. I don't think this actually will do that. Because if I'm already in the court and I have to have an attorney, even if you assign a parenting coordinator, in our case there was a mediator assigned, which they can charge whatever it is that they say their time is worth. There is no restriction on that. That increases the cost for the family of which they're already struggling to pay. And the mediators of the courts that are already paid for in this… to try to help this, the parents don't have to pay for that mediator out of their pockets currently. This would incur another cost to the families in order to have mediation. And I do think there needs to be mediation, that's for sure. But to add a… another professional in between that process outside of a CASA or outside of a mediator of the courts that are already designed to try to solve these issues with a parenting plan, I think this adds an additional burden to families to have to pay for that. If this was going to be covered by additional resources that we provide to local governments or to counties in order to cover their court cost, that would make sense. But to add this to the families without any kind of income eligibility or a guarantee waiver if I'm 10200094.docx 49  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 indigent, there's… each county can do it however they want to do it under the current iteration of the Bill. That's the concern I have. I appreciate you taking the time to answer the questions. Thank you."

"Members, we're going to move to a three-minute timer. You'll thank me some day. Chair recognizes Representative Caulkins for three minutes."

"Indicates that she will."

"First of all, let me say that I share your concern about workforce issues that we have here in Illinois and across the country, especially when it comes to the helping professions. And that's something I know we all are actively working on. These parenting coordinator positions, it's not… it's not something that folks are going to do for their full- time job in most instances."

"So, these parenting coordinators are not in child welfare court, just to be clear. And although, yes, we have a larger workforce issue with our helping professions, these are folks that are going to be otherwise working that are also going to take on parenting coordinator responsibilities. And also, just to be clear, nothing about this Bill forces Circuit Courts around the state to do this. It creates a 10200094.docx 50  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 statutory framework to provide more clarity for our circuits that choose to do it."

"To the Bill."

"Chair recognizes Representative Costa Howard for three minutes."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Will the Sponsor yield?"

"She indicates that she will."

"Representative, are parenting coordinators working in the DCFS child welfare system?"

"No, they are not."

"These… is it fair to say that the parenting coordinators are only in family courts dealing with parentage issues and divorce… divorced parents?"

"That is accurate."

"Okay. Is this program successful anywhere?"

"Yes. It is currently rolling and successful in Cook County."

"Can a… can a parent object to the appointment of a parenting coordinator?"

"Yes, they can."

Costa Howard: "When it comes to payment of a parenting coordinator, can an individual ask for a waiver?" 10200094.docx 51  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Yes, they certainly can."

"Can fees be reallocated, perhaps to a different parent?"

"Yes."

"Can fees be waived for a parenting coordinator?"

"Yes."

"Is a parenting coordinator different than a mediator in family court cases?"

"Yes, they are distinct and different."

"Okay. Is it fair to say that a mediator actually has the ability to write a report to the court for the court's viewing?"

"Yes."

"And a parenting coordinator does not write a report to the court, correct?"

"That's correct."

"In fact, isn't a parenting coordinator somebody who is supposed to deal with high-conflict cases only?"

"Yes."

"Okay. To the Bill, Madam Speaker."

"To the Bill."

Costa Howard: "I'd like to address some of my colleagues' questions. Representative Caulkins, to you specifically. This is not… this is a family court case. This is not DCFS. It doesn't go there, believe me. I'm with you. I wish we would've had a chance to talk about it 'cause I do believe this is a Bill that you would want to vote for. This is reserved for high-conflict cases. These are families who can't decide whether or not to feed their children a home-cooked meal by 10200094.docx 52  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 one's definition versus another. That is what this is. This is a highly-successful program in Cook County and many counties across the state. It is an opportunity actually to keep the cost down for families because they don't have to go to court on every little issue. And anybody in this room who has been involved with or knows high-conflict divorce cases, this is an actual solution to the problem and not whether or not somebody's going to get a health care decision. The language in this statute is clear as to what this parenting coordinator can actually do. These are helpful for our families. I'm going to urge an 'aye' vote. This is a good Bill that solves problems."

"The Chair recognizes Representative Mayfield for three minutes."

"Will the Sponsor yield?"

"She indicates that she will."

"Okay. Representative, you said that families can refuse this coordinator. However, that language is nowhere in this Bill. It says that the court will appoint these coordinators. So, where is it in your Bill that says that the families have an opt-out?"

"One moment. We're going to get clarity for you, Rep."

"Okay. And while your assistant is getting clarity on that, I do got some other questions."

"Okay. So, the parents can object to the recommendations of a parenting coordinator."

"They can object, but they can't opt-out. So, their objection will be noted. However, they will still be forced 10200094.docx 53  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 to have this parenting coordinator, even though they don't want one. An objection is not an opt-out."

"Okay, Rep. We're looking for clarity on your question."

"Clock's ticking on me. All right, to the Bill."

"To the Bill."

"This Bill does not have an actual statement within it that allows parents to opt-out. As stated, they can object. An objection is not the same as opting out and saying, no, thank you. I do not want this parent coordinator interjecting within this marital dispute. We want to be able to resolve this with the current mediation that is available. I don't believe this is a good Bill. I think this Bill needs some more work. There is the issue with the waivers and how that is going to actually be played out. I'm not sure if anybody in here has ever had to apply for a waiver. I doubt it because you would not receive it, you make too much money. But if you make $15 an hour, you are often refused a waiver. So, that means that the average person out here flipping burgers that's going through a divorce cannot afford this service. They're not going to get a waiver. And they're going to be stuck with this. If they object… and it says that this coordinator shall provide a plan. And if you object to that plan, you're going to be stuck paying for the court fees to go back to court to say that you disagree with this coordinator that you didn't even have an opportunity to object to. I believe this Bill is not soup yet. It needs to be pulled from the record at the very least. I'm asking everybody, please do not vote on this. This is not a good Bill in its current form. It still needs a lot of work. Thank you." 10200094.docx 54  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Chair recognizes Representative Friess."

"To the Bill."

"Chair recognized Representative Didech for three minutes."

"Thank you. Will the Sponsor yield?"

"She indicates that she will."

"So, my… what I thought I heard earlier in the debate about this Bill is that this sort of process is already in place in Cook County and maybe even a few other counties in the state as well. Did I hear that correctly?"

"You heard that, correct."

"And so, in Cook County, in all these counties throughout the state that are already implementing this program, have they seen any of these parade of horribles that are being speculated about on the floor today with increased costs, with appointments happening against people's will, with 10200094.docx 55  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 parental rights being taken away? Has any of that happened when this has gone through in the actual court system in the actual counties in our states?"

"It has not happened. And in fact, where these parenting coordinators have existed, they keep people from going further into the court system and keep costs down."

"And we had a very thorough discussion about this Bill in committee. I reviewed the witness slips before. My recollection is that every stakeholder who is involved in this process supports this Bill. That's the Illinois State Bar Association, advocates for families, advocates for children. Everybody who has looked at this Bill that has actual real-world experience in this process supports this Bill. Is that accurate?"

"That is accurate. And there were no entities slipping in opposition during the committee process."

"Thank you. Now, to… to the Bill."

"To the Bill."

"I think… when we're deciding how to vote on this Bill, one, I think we should trust the experts. All the experts who are familiar with this process, who are practitioners in this process are advising us that this is a positive step. We also have to trust reality and trust the empirical results of this program, which is happening right now in Cook County to what has been a tremendous amount of success. So, I urge an 'aye' vote. I hope everyone will join me in supporting this Bill. Thank you."

Speaker Manley: "Chair recognizes Leader Flowers for three minutes." 10200094.docx 56  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Thank you, Madam Chairman. Representative, I'm sorry. I was having some meetings in my office and I kind of heard a buzz word and it was kind of concerning to me. So… so, I'm in divorce court and my husband wants to take my children and I don't want him to. And so, this parent coordinator, she or he is going to come in and tell me what I need to do, or my husband need to do, and I have to pay for her services? Or his services? For them to tell me what to do with my family, what they think is in the best interest?"

"So, in the situation that you described, Leader…"

"Tell me the situation for the Bill, because I may have described it wrong."

"In the example you provided, the parenting coordinator would help the parties come to a resolution about the disagreements that are… such as who's picking up who from hockey practice."

"Okay. Let… let me just say this because my time is short. It says the parties must follow the coordinator's recommendation. I got to follow the coordinator's recommendation. And if I don't follow the coordinator's recommendation, which could be something totally contrary to my belief in regards to my child. Why must I… and if I don't follow what this coordinator wants me to do, then what? You going to take my child because I was not obedient? I'm an adult. So, why is it that this is saying that I must follow, I shall follow? Who are these people, and what is their criterias, and where can I go to look these people up to know their background that will give me the satisfaction of knowing that they're qualified? How old are they? Where do they get 10200094.docx 57  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 their life experience from and do their life experience have anything to do with my life experience that they could understand and walk a mile in my shoes? Or is this something they read in a book?"

"Those are good questions. First of all, this is nothing to do with child welfare court. So, nothing to do with…"

"No, no, no, no. I didn't say child welfare court. I'm reading what you're saying that the parenting… the parties must follow. The parties must follow. And so, if I don't, there must be consequences, if I don’t follow what the coordinator wants me to do. How do I know that he or she doesn't have some type of conflict and it's in their best interest to do something to… totally to the contrary?"

"Leader Flowers, would you like me to get you some more time from another Member?"

"I would appreciate that. I would appreciate that. Thank you."

Speaker Manley: "Representative Hurley gives you her three minutes. Please continue."

"Okay. So, if the parenting coordinator is unable to work with the parties to come to an agreement, the parties are free to go back to court. That's not ideal because the whole point of this is to keep people out of the court system, but that's what would happen if an agreement is unable to be reached. And if I could speak to your other question about who are these people, what are their qualifications. There are counties right now, Cook is one of them, who are doing this."

"Wait…" 10200094.docx 58  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"So…"

"Representative, you know what this sounds like to me? This sounds like a DCFS adult court for adults. Okay? That's what it sounds like to me. Okay? And so, again, parties must follow the coordinator's recommendation unless the court ruled otherwise. So, I will be… we will be in court battling out… not with each other. I'm not battling with my husband now. Now, I'm battling with some coordinator that I have to pay. And I just… I just refuse to battle with this coordinator 'cause all I want to do is get divorced from this husband and raise my kids, or to have him to pay the child support so he can help me raise my kids. I don't need a coordinator. But now, this coordinator, instead of my husband, he or she is going to bring me back to court. Now, really? I mean, I know your intentions are well, but families… this is a hot-button issue. And no one… you can… I can… I don't know your life experience and your background. And you cannot come into my house and I shall obey you. I know it's a job for somebody, but it's a bad job and you can cause a lot of friction and family… further family divisiveness. And I can see… between the divorce and this coordinator, I can see that it's going to be the children that's ultimately going to be hurt the worst. So now, if you really… if you really want to do something… because I'm sure you've had friends, girlfriends, boyfriends, all kinds of friends that you have had it out with. But give you some space and then we can come back and talk about it later. But this coordinator, because I got to do what he or she says, they can come to my house any time they want to. Then they can tell the judge, oh, well, she 10200094.docx 59  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 didn't let me in at 6:00 in the morning. You doggone skippy I did not let you in at 6:00 in the morning because I didn't want to be bothered with you or anybody else."

"Leader Flowers."

"That should be my right."

"May… could you bring your questions to a close?"

"Representative, I know you might mean well, but in the real world, this is a very dangerous Bill and you're putting other people in jeopardy and I wish you would reconsider. And because I know the danger of a Bill like this, because just from your neighbors and friends interfering with your businesses, it causes family feuds. I would appreciate if you would take it out of the record because I would hate to have to vote 'no', but I would have to if you want to continue on. But thank you very much."

Speaker Manley: "Thank you, Leader. Chair recognizes Representative Willis."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Will the Sponsor yield?"

"She indicates that she will."

"Representative, is the… I want to clarify some of the offshoots that are coming on this Bill from the people that are objecting and I want to make sure that I have this right in my head. This parent coordinator has no right to make any custody decisions. Am I correct in that?"

"That is correct."

"And basically what it's trying to do is prevent parents that are having difficulty coparenting from constantly going to court for every single little, tiny thing. The minor things. Not the major things about how much child support's 10200094.docx 60  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 supposed to be paid or any major decisions but minor things. Whether the kid signs up for tennis or signs up for basketball. Am I correct in that?"

"That's correct. It's designed to resolve conflicts and keep families from further penetrating into our very expensive court system."

"And so, while there is a cost to having this parent coordinator, it's certainly less than a cost that it would be to go before a judge with a lawyer every time there was a conflict. Am I correct in that?"

"That's correct. Far less expensive."

"Far less expensive. Probably a lot less traumatic for children also, which is one of the goals that we always have when we're dealing with a divorce situation, correct?"

"Correct."

"Okay. To the Bill."

"To the Bill."

"This… this program has already been put into place in Cook County. It has been successful. It cuts down on the court cost. It also cuts down on the overflow of the court calendar. We see court calendars having to wait weeks, months before it goes through. This is a good, commonsense thing. It will help our children be able to work in families and be better in families where parents sometimes just can't get along. And we don't want to constantly have to drag them into court. I urge an 'aye' vote. I see it working well. Thank you so much."

"Chair recognizes Representative West for three minutes."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Will the Sponsor yield?" 10200094.docx 61  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Indicates that she will."

"Thank you. Representative, I just have a clarify… clarifying question. Maybe it'll alleviate concerns, maybe not. I'm just… I know there's not a distinction between the two, but we already have a… we're looking for nurses. We can't find them. We're looking for more teachers. We can't find them. We're looking for more psychologists and psychiatrists. We can't find them. This one… your legislation asked for a parent coordinator who has a law degree, if I'm not mistaken, five years' experience in law, mental health, or a related field. Do we have individuals in the State of Illinois to fit that role throughout the whole state? Even in rural counties throughout our state?"

"We do. We do. But just to be clear, this Bill creates a statutory framework to allow Circuit Courts to move forward with parenting coordinators. It doesn't mandate that any counties do so."

"Understood, but if a court wanted to use a parent coordinator, do we have enough people qualified to become parent coordinators? And furthermore, do we have parent coordinators who culturally can fit with the different dynamics of issues that parents may go through?"

"We have a diverse workforce in Illinois. We are all working, I know in this chamber, to increase that. And, Representative, if you don't mind, I'm going to step back for a minute. So, as we've already discussed, there are some counties in Illinois that are already doing this without a statutory framework that authorizes it. The Supreme Court may adopt rules governing the qualifications, appointment, 10200094.docx 62  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 duties, and training of parenting coordinators as long as the rules don't conflict with the minimum requirements that we've already talked about of parenting coordinators."

"Understood. So, the counties that have it now, specifically Cook, correct?"

"Correct."

"And of course, there's a lot of diversity in Cook. But again, we are seeing that… we are looking for a diversity and just raw talent in certain arenas throughout the whole state. And since we're dealing with children… I'll just be blunt. Are there black parent coordinators out there? Are there Latino parent coordinators out there on standby ready to deal with cultural issues, racial issues throughout the state? Are… do you have… I don't see it in the Bill, but are they out there? Like, do you have the numbers that show that they are on standby ready to go?"

"Representative, can you… would that be your last question?"

"That's my last question."

"Okay. So, when we walk through what the qualifications of a parenting coordinator are, there are people all around Illinois of diverse backgrounds who possess those qualifications. In addition, once we create a statutory framework for parenting coordinators, the Supreme Court may adopt rules governing the qualification, appointment, duties, and training of parent coordinators. So, some of what you are talking about in terms of having a ready workforce to step into these parenting coordinator roles will be addressed in a forthcoming training from the Supreme Court." 10200094.docx 63  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Representative."

"I answered to the question."

"Okay. Representative Stava-Murray, this will be the last person asking to be recognized."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Will the Sponsor yield?"

"She indicates she will."

"So, I had a question… so, I see the qualifications here, but it also says the court may waive the above listed requirement. What sort of instances do we imagine that they're waiving these requirements? Because that actually has me deeply concerned."

"Okay. So, for example, if somebody has years of experience doing a certain thing but they don't have a master's in social work or psychology or counseling, that would be an instance where the court might waive the requirements."

"That's helpful. Is there anything that we limit to say that they can't waive the requirement, that they must have completed an improved course on domestic violence? Or that they must have at least four years of continuing education program?"

"So, in the Bill, the court may waive the requirements."

"Okay. So, that's a problem for me. And I think the other problem is a missing requirement, which I think Representative West was speaking towards, is one of cultural competency. And I think that at the very least, if we can't ensure in every corner of the state a diverse workforce, which we may or may not with all of the qualifications listed… and then, I'm concerned about waiving the qualifications. So, I… 10200094.docx 64  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 I do think that if there were some cultural competency and others I would be able to vote for it. But as it is, I cannot."

"Representative LaPointe to close."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. I appreciate the questions. Again, just to clarify. We have a few counties out there that are using parenting coordinators right now. This creates a statutory framework to provide more guidance for counties that wish to proceed with parenting coordinators. This is designed to keep families from penetrating an expensive and often traumatic court system. I have sat with people that were terrified about having to go back to court, knowing that the debt that they would have to go through, the debt that they would have to incur. Appreciate the conversation. I urge an 'aye' vote. Thank you, Madam Speaker."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3083 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'present'."

"Yes."

"Representative Guerrero-Cuellar votes 'no'."

"Z votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. Representative LaPointe."

"Madam Speaker, I move for Postponed Consideration."

"This Bill will be placed on the Order of Postponed Consideration. Senate Bill 3092, Representative Slaughter. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Slaughter."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker, Ladies and Gentlemen of the House. Senate Bill 3092 is an initiative of the Illinois Funeral Directors Association. The Bill simply allows electronic signatures where written signatures are currently required on cremation authorization forms for the next of kin of the deceased. As many of you recall, this became the practice during the initial COVID outbreak with the Governor's Executive Order. You may also recall last summer the Uniform Election Transaction Act (sic Uniform Electronic Transaction Act) passed, which allows for electronic signatures whenever a written signature is required in state statute. This Bill just codifies this specifically into the Cremation Regulation Act. I think initially there was a little concern that this Bill would be used as a shell. As you can see, it is not. And also, glad to have one of our Leaders 10200094.docx 66  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 from across the aisle as a chief cosponsor. I am not aware of any opponents on the Bill. I humbly ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Chair recognizes Leader Brady."

"He indicates he will."

"That's absolutely correct."

"That's correct."

"That's correct, Leader."

"To the Bill." 10200094.docx 67  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Representative Slaughter to close."

"I urge an 'aye' vote. Thank you."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3092 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Yes." 10200094.docx 68  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Representative Guerrero-Cuellar is 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is declared passed. Senate Bill 3103, Representative Vella. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Vella."

"Thank you. Senate Bill 3103 is identical to House Bill 4542, which passed out of the Agriculture & Conservation Committee 8 to 0. What is does is… is an initiative of the Department of Natural Resources. It allows people to commit 10200094.docx 69  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 certain actions in a state park with the approval of Department of Natural Resources. For example, breaking a natural object, killing a bird, or taking a fish for scientific purposes. I urge an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3103 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Sorry, a little camera problem there. Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy is 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Yes."

"Yes. Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 113 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3108, Representative Yednock. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Yednock."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Senate Bill 3108 is an initiative of the IDNR. The Bill seeks to shift responsibility for historic sites under the larger umbrella of the IDNR. The aim is to let the Historic Preservation Act and the Illinois State Museum each contribute to managing the sites together to focus on their areas of expertise. We're trying to take away some boundaries and some silos and have a better government operation."

"Seeing no further debate, the question is… would you like to close?"

"Please vote 'yes'."

"Okay. Seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3108 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy is 'yes'." 10200094.docx 71  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Cassidy is 'yes'."

"Yes. Yes."

"Yes. Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'against', 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3120, Representative Moeller. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Moeller."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. House… or Senate Bill 3120 expands the scope of the Illinois Child Bereavement Leave Act to provide employees up to 10 unpaid days of leave for bereavement… for bereavement leave following the death of a covered family member, which is defined in the Act as a parent, a grandparent, a father-in-law, grandchild, 10200094.docx 72  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 grandparent, spouse, domestic partner, sibling, or step- parent. It also provides for unpaid bereavement leave for those who experience a miscarriage, a stillbirth, a failed surrogacy agreement, diagnosis that negatively impact pregnancy or fertility, failed adoption, or unsuccessful round of intrauterine insemination or assisted reproductive technology procedure. It also makes a change to the short title, such that the Act is titled the Bereavement Leave Act. As Members of the Body may know, the original Act concerned the death of a child, providing that employees would have up to 10 unpaid days of leave in the event of such a tragedy. This expands those who would be covered… family members that would be covered and these other tragic situations that an employee might experience and need time to grieve and make arrangements and heal from such an experience. Would ask for an 'aye' vote. Happy to answer any questions."

"Chair recognizes Representative McCombie."

"She indicates she will."

"It provides that an employee may take up to 10 unpaid days for leave in the event that they have a miscarriage. Yes."

"To the Bill."

"Representative Moeller to close."

"Thank you. I would ask for an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3120 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Yes."

"Yes. Z votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3130, Representative Williams. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Williams." Williams, A.: "Thank you, Madam Speaker. This Bill deals with the provision of search and reunion services for current or former youth in care. Anyone that has anything to do with the world of adoption understands the importance of search and reunion in our lives. And I say our lives because, as an adoptee, I've been involved in search… my own search and reunion for pretty much my entire adult life. But on that note, this Bill does two very important things. It provides that search and reunion services for youth in care and former youth in care are able to be provided by DCFS. It also provides search and reunion services to former youth in care who have been adopted, at least 18 years old, to connect with former foster parents, former foster siblings, in addition to birth relatives and siblings. It contains a lot of assurances that the children and the adults at issue are able to have a mutually desired relationship with family, both biological and other. And I'm happy to answer any questions." 10200094.docx 75  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Shall House (sic Senate) Bill 3130 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Sorry. Yes."

"Yes."

"Yes. Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. And the Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3127, Representative Swanson. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill." 10200094.docx 76  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Representative Swanson."

"Love it."

"On this… would you like to close?"

"All right. Seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall House Bill… Senate…' I'm sorry. 'Shall Senate Bill 3127 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes. Yes."

"Yes."

"Yes."

"Yes. Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3132, Representative Mussman. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Mussman."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker, Members of the chamber. House… Senate Bill 3132 is a proposal to allow spouses to qualify to serve as personal assistants to individuals with disabilities with brain injuries and with debilitating HIV/AIDS. This is being temporarily allowed by the Federal Government in response to the severely limited pool of personal assistants available due to the pandemic and the need to limit contact with outsiders for immune compromised individuals. DHS would like to apply for a waiver to continue this program as we know the workforce shortage and the risk of infection by COVID variants will persist for some time. Allowing spouses to fill this role will expand the number of assistants available for 10200094.docx 78  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 other clients and will provide a paycheck for families that may see their wages suffer when a spouse has to leave their usual work duties to provide care above and beyond their usual legal obligations. The department will only proceed with this expansion if the waiver is approved by the Federal Government. It is cost neutral because those wages would qualify for federal matching dollars, just as they do now for personal approved assistants. Several states are already allowing this. I am unaware of any opposition, and this proposal passed the Senate unanimously."

"Seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3132 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Z votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3144, Representative Gong-Gershowitz. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Gong-Gershowitz."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker, Members of the chamber. Senate Bill 3144 creates the Task Force on Counsel in Immigration Proceedings. The goal of the task force would be to investigate how Illinois could fully provide legal representation for immigrants in removal proceedings. They would provide a report to the General Assembly on no later than July 1, 2023. It is an uncompensated task force. I know of no opposition. And I'd ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Chair recognizes Representative Keicher."

"She indicates she will."

"That's correct." 10200094.docx 80  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Yes. It's identical to that Bill."

"That is absolutely correct."

"We do have one in Cook County where they're providing legal representation to immigrants in removal proceedings currently."

"I haven't… I haven't received a recent update. I know when we passed the Bill, I think the pilot had received some funding from a nonprofit."

"Thank you."

"Chair recognizes Representative Ammons."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Will the Sponsor yield for a brief question on this?"

"Indicates that she will." 10200094.docx 81  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Representative, can you… the task force that's being put together right here is made up primarily of either statewide officials or Members of the General Assembly. Are there any spots on this task force for people in the public?"

"So, the… the task force, as you identified, is comprised of seven uncompensated members who could be designated by the Governor, the Senate President, Minority Leader, et cetera, including the Secretary of Human Services. You know, it… entirely possible that that designee would come from the community."

"Okay. And is… the seven people who will make up this according to the appointees here, those… are there any diversity requirements on this task force to include immigrants of color, Haitian, those African immigrants that are, in many cases, not receiving the same services?"

"There is not a diversity requirement per se. However, given that Members of this Body, including the Speaker of this House and others, would have some say, I would hope that this would be a diverse coalition of folks who would have an opportunity to serve on the task force. And I'd be happy to weigh in to state that that would be my intent. This is a Bill supported by the Illinois Coalition on Immigrant and Refugee Rights. And I think we are familiar with that organization as being one that is diverse and represents a broad cross section of individuals in the State of Illinois. So, it would be my expectation that we would have a diverse body represented on the task force."

"I appreciate your clarification and intent on this. Thank you." 10200094.docx 82  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Representative Gong-Gershowitz to close."

"I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3144 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting's open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Yes."

"Z votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 86 voting in 'favor', 27 voting 'against', and 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3146, Representative Collins. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Collins."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. So, Senate Bill 34… Senate Bill 3146 is the companion to House Bill 4600 that we passed a month ago. This is the One Day Rest Seven Act, which protects workers' rights to the opportunity of one day off work per week and a 20-minute meal break for every 7.5 hours worked. The current parity of this language is outdated and inconsistent with the Department of Labor enforcement practice. What this Bill would do, it will add an additional 20 meal break for workers working a 12-hour shift or longer and clarifies the reasonable bathroom breaks that don't account toward the meal break. It adds a breakdown poster… a breakroom poster requirement, including virtual options for employees with remote workers, clarifies that a work week is defined any consecutive seven days. And it also creates a two-tier penalty structure for small businesses while protecting workers under the Act. And I urge an 'aye' vote."

"Chair recognizes Leader Wheeler."

"To the Bill."

"Representative Collins to close."

"Yeah, so… I just ask for an 'aye' vote. This Bill is cut-throat. It's protecting workers' rights. Thank you."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3146 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Z votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 69 voting in 'favor', 44 voting 'against', 1 voting 'present'. And the Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate 10200094.docx 85  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 Bill 3149, Representative Guzzardi. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Guzzardi."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. This Bill, I believe, echoes Leader Andrade's remarks of yesterday that it's aged like a fine wine. I believe it's a better Bill than the last time we saw it. It is identical to a Bill we passed in the House a couple weeks ago. It requires the Illinois Student Assistance Commission to distribute information to recipients of MAP awards about the Child Care Assistance Program 'cause some of the recipients of those MAP awards will indeed need help with child care. The Bill came to us unanimously from the Senate, passed Senate committee and the Senate Floor unanimously. We had a divided roll call on the House Bill in committee. But after some elucidating questions this time around, we have a unanimous roll call in House committee. So, I believe we can see a little bit more green today. I appreciate everyone. I urge an 'aye' vote.

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3149 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'." 10200094.docx 86  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Yes."

"Z votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3156, Leader Batinick. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Batinick."

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3156 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3157, Representative Windhorst. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Windhorst."

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3157 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting's open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 113 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 1 voting 'present'. And the Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate 10200094.docx 89  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 Bill 3161, Representative Mussman. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Mussman."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker, Members of the chamber. Senate Bill 3161 is identical to House Bill 4450, which passed out of this chamber, this Session, just a month ago on the Consent Calendar. It is agreed to by industry and labor. It is a request of the Department of Labor to modify the waivers needed when a child actor is requested to work after 10 p.m. and before 7 a.m. I am aware of no opposition, and I request an 'aye' vote."

"Chair recognizes Leader Batinick."

"She indicates she will."

"4450."

"It was unanimous on the Consent Calendar and in committee."

"There are no differences in the Bill. I believe the 'no' votes in committee on the Senate Bill were not related to the matter of the Bill."

"Yes."

"Thank you."

"Representative Mussman to close."

"I appreciated support for this Bill."

"Question is, is… 'Should Senate Bill 3161 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy is 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 110 voting in 'favor', 3 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate 10200094.docx 91  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 Bill 3163, Representative Stuart. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Stuart."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. This Bill just allows for the issuance of a copy of a birth certificate with… when requested, names of health care providers redacted."

"There being no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3163 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Z votes… Z votes 'yes'." 10200094.docx 92  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3166, Representative Meyers-Martin, to be presented by Representative Davis. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Davis."

"Thank you very much, Madam Speaker. 3166, as amended, provides that hospitals, establishments, or facilities organized or licensed under the various Acts that this Bill amends shall ensure that nurses are aware of employee assistance programs. It's an agreed Bill with the Illinois Hospital Association, the Health Care Council of Illinois, and the American Nurses Association. I'll answer any questions."

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3166 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Z votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3172, Representative LaPointe. Out of the record. Senate Bill 3174, Representative Kifowit. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Kifowit."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. This Bill is identical to House Bill 4278 that passed unanimously out of this chamber. It's just technical changes from the Treasurer's Office."

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3174 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 113 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3177, Representative Guerrero-Cuellar. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Cuellar."

"Thank you, Speaker. Senate Bill 3177 would allow Chicago firefighters younger than 50… or younger than 57 with less than 10 years of service, or any fireman that withdraws from service and enters service with another department, the right to refund their contribution into FABF. I encourage an 'aye' vote."

"Chair recognizes Leader Batinick." 10200094.docx 95  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Representative Cuellar to close."

"Vote 'aye'."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3177 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 10200094.docx 96  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3178, Representative Halpin. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Halpin."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Each Session we consider a plethora of Bills that add to the statute books, but I'm happy to say that this Bill removes and consolidates some. Senate Bill 3178 consolidates several River Coordinating Councils into a single Rivers of Illinois Coordinating Council. I'm aware of no opposition. I will uncomfortably answer any questions, and I would ask for a 'yes' vote."

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3178 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3179, Representative Ammons. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Ammons."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. This Bill does two things. It repeals the Illinois Geographic Information Council that has been defunct for about 10 years, and it replaces it with an Illinois Center for Geographic Information within the Prairie Research Institute at the University of Illinois. And it transfers those duties that were in the council to the new center. And I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Should Senate Bill 3179 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'." 10200094.docx 98  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Representative Guerrero-Cuellar is a 'yes'."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Chair… Senate Bill 3184, Leader Greenwood. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Greenwood."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker and Members of the General Assembly. Senate Bill 3184 is an initiative of the Department of Natural Resources. It makes the following changes. It brings hiring standards for Conservation Police Officers in line with those used by the Illinois State Police. It clarifies some regulations related to hunting and fishing. And it updates certain language to allow for easier usage of modern technology. And I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Batinick, Chair recognizes you." 10200094.docx 99  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"She indicates she will."

"That's correct. It was over the fur-bearing breeders, the language that's included in the Bill."

"Well, we're… the current hiring standards are out of line with ISP standards. So, they're making it the same as the standards of the Illinois State Police."

"Thank you."

"Chair recognizes Representative Davidsmeyer."

"She indicates she will."

"Leader Greenwood to close."

"I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Should Senate Bill 3184 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 76 voting in 'favor', 37 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3187, Representative Willis. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Willis."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. This Bill is identical to House Bill 4845. It is… all it does is simply allow the recorder to use an electronic stamp instead of having to physically sign everything for the recorder of deeds. It passed unanimously, the House Bill, and I hope the same will happen on this Senate Bill. Thank you."

"Seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3187 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'." 10200094.docx 102  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski… Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 112 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3189, Representative DeLuca. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative DeLuca."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker and Members of the House. The Southland Reactivation Act creates a special designation for blighted property in the South Suburbs of Chicago. The property would receive a special designation for property tax 10200094.docx 103  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 purposes to incentivize development. The southland reactivation property is defined as property that has been designated by a municipality by resolution as a priority tax reactivation property due to its clear pattern of stagnation and depressed condition. It must be a… the property is owned for commercial or industrial use. The property has had its past property taxes cleared. It is now classified as exempt, where the property has not had a lawful occupant for the past 12 months. The property would be sold to a buyer or developer that has been approved by the municipality. The property would be located in the following counties in Cook, which would be Bloom, Bremen, Calumet, Rich, Thornton, or Worth. And the property would be certified within five years of the effective date. The property that receives a designation would be assessed at 50 percent of the last known equalized assessed value. And the bill liability for the property cannot exceed 100 thousand. The amount shall be increased over the tax liability for each year by 10 percent. Be happy to ask… answer any questions."

"Chair recognizes Representative Reick."

"He indicates he will."

"This would be effective for a landbank property in those townships that I mentioned. And it would be assessed once developed, but it would be capped at the 100 thousand amount and then increase 10 percent each year for the next 12."

"Representative DeLuca to close."

"Thank you very much. Please vote 'yes'."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3189 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Representative Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'. Thank you."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 106 voting in 'favor', 6 voting 'against', 1 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3197, Representative McCombie. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative McCombie."

"Seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3197 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'." 10200094.docx 106  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 113 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3215, Representative Stava-Murray. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Stava-Murray."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Senate Bill 3215 simply validates that existing community mental health and developmental disability boards that were created since the PTELL Act became law are a legally created entities. Going forward, this legislation corrects an inconsistency between the two Acts and puts the Community Mental Health Act in compliance with referendum language required in the PTELL Act, ensuring transparency with voters. Senate Bill 3215 ensures that funding for services to vulnerable populations 10200094.docx 107  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 served by community mental health boards will continue without interruption and without legal challenges. This Bill's companion Bill, HB4228, was almost identical to this but just slightly different. There were a few technical fixes in this version of the Bill. It passed the House earlier this month on a vote of 87-17-0. But this Bill passed out of committee last week on full leave. So, thank you for your time and I ask for your support."

"Chair recognizes Leader Batinick."

"She indicates she will."

"I'm not familiar with that House Bill 4228, whether or not it was on the Consent Calendar or not, but I… I'm just familiar with this version of the Bill. I do know that it passed the House 87-17-0. So, I'll trust you on the rest."

"Yeah, and it was the mirror Bill except there were some technical changes to this one that I think took away some of the opposition."

"I think that… I don't remember their issue off the top of my head."

"So, I think they'll have to just look at the Bill and assess that themselves."

"Representative Ugaste."

"She indicates she will."

"No, this is not the result of a court case in Kane County, but the result of… specifically… but about multiple community mental health boards that ran into the same issue."

"That ran into the same issue with the PTELL Act… with not being in compliance with the PTELL Act. So, this brings them into compliance."

"I'm not familiar with the Kane County case."

"I’m sorry. Can you restate that?"

"Apologies. I'm just looking for technical assistance."

"I don't believe that there is anything, but I don't want to misrepresent it. So, I'm hearing that the Elgin Township Board dissolved their board. So, this would not apply to them. But this would only apply to the boards that are still in existence."

"But it doesn't… I don't believe that anything about it mandates what you're saying."

"So, if the board has already been dissolved, what I'm hearing is that they cannot levy because there's no board to collect the taxes."

"It's the intent of the Bill that it be…"

"Well, and it says it does. It says it's applying to existing boards. So, again, that board does not exist when we're passing this law. So…"

"Elgin… Elgin did not reach out to me, the Bill's Sponsor, about this issue. This is the very first that I'm hearing any issue of Elgin saying that they think that there is not… that they are going to be held accountable to this Bill, even though they're not a…" 10200094.docx 111  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Well, I guess, barring them coming to me and having spoke to me at a reasonable time about this issue, I think they're… we could've resolved this in a different way."

"But I think this is very important and we can't be…"

"To the Bill."

"Representative Stava-Murray to close."

"This is a Bill that impacts more communities than the community of Elgin, which, of course, Representative Ugaste represents. And I can understand his perspective, but I would urge us to consider all of these communities that have voted for and put a referendum out there, got the petitions to get a referendum on the ballot, got a referendum on the ballot, want to be supporting the mental health of the people in their communities with these gap closures that often mental health boards can provide with their levies. So, I 10200094.docx 112  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 would strongly urge an 'aye' vote and not delay this any further. So, thank you very much."

"The question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3215 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 76 voting in 'favor', 38 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3216, Leader Hoffman. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Hoffman." 10200094.docx 113  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Thank you, Speaker. This would simply amend the Vehicle Code by allowing licensed physical therapists to verify that a person qualifies as a person with disabilities for the purpose of obtaining the necessary license plate of… or a parking placard. I'm asking for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3216 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting's open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 112 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is declared passed. Senate Bill 10200094.docx 114  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 3433, Representative Didech. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Didech."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Senate Bill 3433 amends the Illinois Exotic Weed Act to allow all municipalities to adopt ordinances to provide for the eradication of buckthorn on public or private land. Buckthorn is a nonnative invasive weed that creates significant ecological challenges in the areas where it propagates. This is something that Home Rule municipalities can already do. So, this Bill essentially expands that authority to non-Home Rule communities. It has the support of both the Illinois Municipal League and the Illinois Environment Council. I'm happy to answer any questions, and I thank everyone for their consideration of this Bill."

"Seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3433 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes." 10200094.docx 115  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 71 voting in 'favor', 43 voting 'against', and 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3459, Representative Halpin. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Halpin."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. And I'm honored to carry this Bill, Senate Bill 3459, which makes two small but significant changes to the Military Code of Illinois. Essentially what it does is to make sure that we can get the… the state flag into the hands of the next of kin for Illinois residents or other National Guard members who were laid to rest out of state. It expands it to make sure any Illinois resident laid to rest out of state is… has their family presented with a state flag. And also allows the Adjutant General to designate a representative so that we can make sure to do that without the Adjutant General having to necessarily travel out of state. This is a way to make sure that we are efficiently 10200094.docx 116  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 able to provide family with the honor of the Illinois state flag. I know of no opposition, and I'd ask for a 'yes' vote."

"There being no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3459 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. Voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Yes."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 113 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', and 0 voting 'present'. The Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Senate Bill 3465, Representative LaPointe. Out of the record. Senate Bill 3470, Representative Collins. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill." 10200094.docx 117  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Representative Collins."

"Thank you, Madam Chair. Senate Bill 3470 is a pathway for our youth in care to truly be independent once they transition out of care. Currently approximately 3300 youth in DCFS care receive Federal Social Security or veterans' benefits because they are disabled or because their parents is deceased. DCFS, like many other welfare agencies, use this money to pay for the cost of the child's foster care, almost always leaving them no money when they transition. This Bill will require DCFS to save a portion of those benefits for the youth beginning when the youth reaches the age of 14. This additional money, technically the child's own money, can have significant positive impact on helping youth successfully transition to independence. There's already a model in Maryland about this Bill that went into effect 2018. I truly believe that children that we care for deserve a head start, especially those who transition out of youth in care… youth in care who transition out of DCFS. I urge an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing… seeing no further debate, the question is, 'Shall Senate Bill 3470 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'." 10200094.docx 118  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022

"Representative Guerrero-Cuellar votes 'yes'."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'opposed', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. On page 19 of the Calendar, under the Order of Resolutions, we have House Resolution 706, offered by Representative Stuart. Representative Stuart."

"Thank you. I'll be very brief. I spoke at length on this Resolution earlier, but this is actually Illinois… this would be MS Awareness Day today. So, I just ask to adopt the Resolution today. Thank you."

"Representative Stuart moves for the adoption of House Resolution 706. All those in favor say 'aye'; opposed say 'nay'. And the voting is open. Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Carroll votes 'yes'."

"Cassidy votes 'yes'."

"Yes."

"Zalewski votes 'yes'."

"Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 114 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And the Resolution, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby adopted. Chair recognizes Representative Butler. For what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Please proceed."

"The Chair recognizes Representative Kifowit."

"Thank you, Madam Chair. And first, I want to thank the indulgence of the Body. I know it's late, but I… on behalf of Representative Scherer, who due to an emergency could not be here today, I was requested to relay her Women's History Month comments. So, in honor of Women's History Month… throughout Women's History Month, we've highlighted several strong, intelligent, and inspirational women who have made their mark on our state and our country. Today we do the very same for women who share these qualities and use them to raise their children despite many obstacles. It is time to celebrate the thousands of single mothers in Illinois and the U.S. who do everything they can to nurture and support their children. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, of the 11 million single- parent families in the United States, almost 80 percent of them are headed by single mothers. These mothers are more likely to live in poverty, more likely to lack health insurance and earn less than their male counterparts. Single mothers face food insecurity and have to balance the extreme responsibilities of work, life, and motherhood. Even when the odds are stacked against them, single mothers do their very best every day to create an environment where their children can grow and thrive. They sacrifice time, energy, sleep, and personal pursuits to make sure their children have food, clothing, and shelter. Single mothers do so much with so little and deserve our respect and celebration this Women's History Month. As a governing body, we must do everything we can to support this vulnerable, yet extremely fierce, population of women. By doing so, we also support our children 10200094.docx 121  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022 and improve the wellbeing of our entire state. This Women's History Month, please take a moment to appreciate and thank all the hard work and sacrifices of single mothers and thank the single mothers that are in our lives and make sure that they are appreciated every single day. Thank you, Madam Speaker."

"Thank you, Representative. Mr. Clerk, committee announcements."

"Mr. Clerk, Agreed Resolutions."

"Leader Greenwood moves for the adoption of Agreed Resolutions. All those in favor say 'aye'; opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Agreed Resolutions are adopted. And now, allowing perfunctory time for the Clerk, Leader Greenwood moves that the House stand adjourned until Thursday, March 31, at the hour of 11:30 a.m. All those in favor say 'aye'; opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the House stands adjourned." 10200094.docx 122  STATE OF ILLINOIS 102nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 94th Legislative Day 3/30/2022