Illinois House Floor Debate — March 22, 2023

"Speaker, let the record show that Representatives Jones, Burke, and Gordon-Booth are excused today." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Leader Windhorst is recognized to report any excused absences on the Republican side of the aisle."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Point of personal privilege." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Please proceed."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. I rise to welcome and introduce you all to my Pages. I have three Pages today from Stephanie Miller. And before I go forward with that, Stephanie Miller's our operations manager. She's been working on our staff for 15 years and today's her first time on the House Floor. Can we give her a hand, applaud? Welcome to the floor. But also, bear with me on this one, I have three Pages. I have her sons. Brendan Miller, he's 15 years old. He's a sophomore at Southeast High School. Isaiah Miller, he's nine years old. He's in fourth grade at Sandberg Elementary. And the birthday boy, Damian Miller, who turns 12 today. He's a sixth grader at Franklin Middle School. So, if you don't mind, can you sing with me Happy Birthday, then I'll sit down."

"(Singing of Happy Birthday.) Thank you all." 10300025.docx 2  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Egofske, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Point of personal privilege." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Please proceed."

"Members of the House, I would like to welcome ABATE Illinois to the Illinois House. ABATE Illinois works for motorcycle safely… safety and ensures that motorcycles are seen on our roadways and to make sure that we all can coexist in a safe manner. I would like to welcome them to the House gallery. And they are over there to the… in the orange shirts. You cannot miss the orange shirts. So, give them a round welcome. In addition to that, you should have the reception on your calendar. So, thank you, Madam Speaker." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Delgado, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Point of personal privilege, Madam Chair." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Please proceed."

"I am honored to recognize Andrea Sáenz, the president and CEO for the Chicago Community Trust. For those of you who may not know, CCT is a community foundation whose strategic focus is on closing the racial and ethnic wealth gap in the Chicago region. And she is visiting us today. She's right there, above the Republican side. She was recently chosen as the leader of CCT just this past year, after having served as the interim CEO and, before that, the chief operating officer. 10300025.docx 5  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 She is also the first Latina leader of that well-respected organization and will draw on her work over two decades of public sector positions. I also want to mention that in 2019 she was recognized by Crain's Chicago Business as one of the… one of Chicago's most powerful Latinos. And also, she is an immigrant from Ecuador. She grew up in L.A., but she calls Chicago home. So again, I had a chance to serve with Andrea on a not-for-profit board not long ago. I know she is going to do amazing things, and I look forward to continuing to see her and her team down here in Springfield. So, if I could ask everybody to please give her a warm House of Representatives welcome." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Mussman, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Point of personal privilege, please." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Please proceed."

"Thank you. I would like to cordially invite everyone to visit Room 409 in the Capitol tomorrow morning. We will have advocates from our Special Recreation Associations of the park districts there to talk about what it is… what kind of community services they provide. The meeting will run very tightly, from 8 to 9:00. It is also the first meeting of the Disability and Accessibility Caucus, which you will be receiving an invitation to in your emails shortly. We would love to have you. And I know that it is a special advocacy day for our friends with IDD, and I hope you run into them in the hallways and welcome them warmly." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative LaPointe, for what reason do you seek recognition?" 10300025.docx 6  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Point of personal privilege." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Please proceed."

"Today, I want to recognize a special group of professionals and a special person that are visiting the chamber. I'm talking about direct support professionals, also known as DSPs. They work at Clearbrook, they work at Search, they work at the Ray Graham Association, and other nonprofits. These are our professionals who care for our, our, our Illinois residents, our Illinois neighbors that have intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our DSPs help with activities of daily living, cooking, transportation, helping people find supported employment. I met a DSP back in February who really touched my heart with her heart. Her name is Nina Kpai. She is in the chamber right now, behind me, up there waving. She touched my heart because she shared her work as a DSP. Nina works at Clearbrook. I used to work at Clearbrook as a one-on-one aide to a boy with autism. Nina has worked in the field, supporting our neighbors with DD, for 19 years. She's not doing it for the money. If you know anything about DSPs, it's been a fight to get their wages up just over minimum wage. Today, Nina works at the Miner CILA program in Arlington Heights, caring for and uplifting our Illinois residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She initially went to school to become a nurse, but when she saw how the DD community needed her, she changed course. Nina works a full hour from where she lives, and she gives up time with her own family to be there for the residents of the CILA. And I think as a lot of us know, we are in an agonizing staffing crisis when it comes to our DD 10300025.docx 7  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 system. A full 25 percent of DSP positions in Illinois are unfilled, and that means our good people who continue to do the job are burning the candle at both ends and often burning out. But some of them haven’t burned out yet, and they're here today advocating to get more support and to bring up those DSP wages. So, thank you for listening. And thank you to Nina and to all the DSPs in every corner of Illinois. Let's give you another round of applause." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Leader McCombie, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Point of personal privilege." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Please proceed."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. I want to take a moment to acknowledge the Illinois Craft Distillers here today in the gallery. We have 9 distilleries here, representing over 50 craft distillers throughout the State of Illinois. I had the privilege of visiting my neighborhood distillery, Take Flight 10300025.docx 8  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Spirits in Skokie, and was impressed by their dedication to their craft and our community. I encourage Members to take a tour of their local distillery and support this $7.9 billion industry. I want to thank them for providing over a thousand high-quality jobs across our state. Please help me welcome them to the Capitol." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Mr. Clerk, Committee Reports."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Point of personal privilege." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Please proceed."

"I'd like to direct everybody's attention to the Speaker's Gallery, where we have the Noble School's Butler College Prep girls basketball team, the Lady Lynx. Give them a round of applause. Thank you very much. The Butler College Prep finished the 2022-23 season in fourth place in IHSA Class 2A Finals. First team in 24-year history of Noble Schools to appear in a state championship game. We are so proud of these young women. Butler has no seniors on this team, so they'll 10300025.docx 15  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 be back next year. Beware, because next year they're going to take it all the way. Thank you very much." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Proceeding on the Order of House Bills on Second Reading. House Bill 73, Representative Tarver. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"House Bill 73 is a… essentially a trailer Bill to Senate Bill 1099 that was passed last General Assembly. It is just to clarify that loans over $500 thousand that don't deal with consumer plaintiffs' loans are allowable under the statute." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Tarver moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor of say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"So, yes, it just requires DCFS to develop a strategic plan to improve timely access to quality in-state residential treatment, therapeutic foster care, and specialized foster care for youth in care of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Collins moves adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor of say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the 'ayes'… the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Floor Amendment 1 is a clarification of the Bill. The Bill is about improving customer service in the banking industry. It limits liability to those that make this change." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Walker moves adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor of say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?" 10300025.docx 17  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Yes. This Amendment is a very technical change, adds the Secretary of State's Office and motorcyclist organizations into the Bill itself. And that's it. Thank you." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Huynh moves adoption of Floor Amendment #1 (sic-#2). All those in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Clarification, Floor Amendment #2. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Yes. It's my understanding that this is just a technical correction that needed to be made to the… to this Bill, which is an extension." 10300025.docx 18  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Leader Evans moves adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Again, a correction. This entire Bill is just an extension for this particular profession, and this is a technical change. I request your support." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Leader Evans moves adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor of say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"You know, again, it's one of the technical changes for this particular Act of law enforcement professionals. I request your support." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Leader Evans moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor of say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"The Amendment is to clarify that a township board must create a policy for general assistance expenditures but do not need to approve every individual expenditure, which was unclear in the underlying language. I ask for its adoption." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Olickal moves adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor of say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' 10300025.docx 20  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"The Amendment is an effective date change." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Stuart moves an adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor of say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Thank you, Madam Speaker, Members of the House. House Bill 2622 is an initiative of the DuPage Forest Preserve. And what this does is it removes the sunset on the funding mandate for the Landfill Expense Fund to retire after 40 years. The landfill will be there indefinitely, and we want to make sure that there are appropriate funds in order for them to perform the ongoing maintenance, monitoring, sampling, fencing, remediation for the lifetime of that landfill. I am aware of no opposition. Happy to answer any questions." 10300025.docx 24  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Speaker Hernandez, B.: "The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2622 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed vote 'nay'. And the voting is open. 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 'nay'… voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority is hereby declared passed. House Bill 2717, Representative Gonzalez. Out of the record. House Bill 2722, Representative Crespo. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Thank you, Speaker. House Bill 2722 is an initiative of the Illinois State Police. And just for some background, in 2008, the General Assembly passed legislation to add a one- dollar surcharge to the vehicle registration fee to be deposited to the State Police Vehicle Fund for the purchase of patrol cars. The average cost of a patrol car back then was close to $20 thousand. The average cost today is close to $60 thousand. So, House Bill 2722 provides an additional one dollar from the vehicle registration fee to the State Police Vehicle Fund to allow the State Police to keep up with increased costs of patrol cars. I want to be very clear, this is not a fee increase. Happy to answer any questions." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Windhorst is recognized."

"That's correct."

"The fund is pretty… a pretty good state, so it can support the transfer."

"I just ask for an 'aye' vote, please." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2722 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, take the record. On this question, there 112 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'against', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 2773, Leader Flowers. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker, Members of the House. I would appreciate an 'aye' vote on House Bill 2773. It merely just adds phonics to the educational aspect to help our children to read. We can never have enough tools in our toolbox for our children, and I would appreciate an 'aye' vote." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Costa Howard is recognized."

"Thank you. Will the Sponsor yield?" 10300025.docx 26  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Speaker Hernandez, B.: "She indicates she will. You may proceed."

"Leader Flowers, my… is there anything stopping schools… Leader Hoffman, can you just move a little bit over? Thank you."

"Excuse me."

"We're trying to have a conversation here, Sir. Thank you very much. Leader Flowers, can… is there anything that prohibits schools currently from teaching phonics or including phonics in their curriculum?"

"Well, I'll say this. Phonics was taken out of the schools about 25 years ago. So, schools have not returned phonics. So, I don't know for sure if there is anything. I know there was a time when Ebonics, not phonics, but Ebonics was the flavor of the month or the years. That was miseducation. The missing pages in the books, not teaching sight words. I don't know if there's anything that's preventing that from being in the schools. But I know it's not in the schools."

"I just want to… and, Leader, I thank you for those comments. I just want to make sure there's nothing prohibiting phonics. You're just asking for it to be a mandated part of the curriculum?"

"Absolutely."

"Okay. Thank you, Leader Flowers."

"Thank you." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Leader Flowers to close."

"I would appreciate an 'aye' vote, please." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2773 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed vote 'nay'. The 10300025.docx 27  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, take the record. On this question, there are 109 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'no', 2 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 2789, Representative Stava-Murray. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. Today, I present to you House Bill 2789, an initiative of the Secretary of State's Office and I, which we've been working on together. This Bill protects libraries from external attempts to ban certain books and would make libraries and library systems which fail to disallow the banning of specific books ineligible for state grants starting in 2024. Banning books is the sort of behavior that was once, for good reason, associated with the worst, most repressive and repugnant authoritarian regimes of the mid-20th century and before. The fact that this is even up for discussion in America in the 21st century is disgusting. And yet, just last year in my district, that discussion was spurred on by a few radical parents and the Proud Boys hate group over a book called Gender Queer. All too often we see the books targeted by these hate groups and radical fringe parents are books having to deal with LGBTQIA+ identities or black and brown authors. Students led a community-supported effort in my district to keep the book in the library, but kids shouldn't have to be the heroes and weeks of local 10300025.docx 28  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 community meetings shouldn't have to be derailed. Nobody is forcing you or your children to check out or purchase or read these books. If they are not consistent with your personal beliefs, don't read them. You have the right to live your life according to your own beliefs. But in this country, and in this state, you have no right to force your beliefs down others' throats by dictating what ideas they may and may not be exposed to. I ask for your 'aye' vote." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Leader McCombie is recognized."

"This allows for the complete discretion of the librarian to curate the library's materials."

"The librarian and the librarians across this state who are trained…"

"…in library science, where a board member may not be."

"This is to prohibit the banning of books."

"And I think it's the position to your… to your question there. It's the position of the Secretary of State's Office, and myself, that each child develops at a different rate and has different needs. So, what might be considered too mature for one child may be perfectly suited to another child. For that reason, books are selected by library staff for the institutions' collections. They should be made readily available and parents should exercise their rights and responsibilities as to their own children."

"So, simply what we're saying here is you are not allowed to say that someone else's child can't access that book in the library."

"The librarian has the authority to dictate what materials are available in a collection."

"Will the Sponsor yield?" Speaker Hernandez, B.: "She indicates she will." 10300025.docx 30  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

Costa Howard: "Representative Stava-Murray, does this Bill empower our librarians who are licensed profess… excuse me… who are educated professionals in the library science to do their jobs?"

"It does. And in fact, that's why many librarians in libraries were slipped in as proponents on this Bill."

"Do parents still retain their own rights to determine what books are checked out when they bring their children to the library?"

"They still do."

"Is there anything in this Bill that takes away a parent's right to make decisions for their very own children?"

"There is nothing that takes away the rights for parents to dictate what their own children can read."

"Thank you. To the Bill. Thank you, Representative Stava-Murray and the Secretary of State's Office, for bringing this Bill forward. This is a Bill about allowing the professionals to do their jobs and to make sure that they're actually doing what they went to school to do. If parents don't want their children to read something, then that's on them. Let the librarians do their jobs." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Ammons is recognized."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. To the Bill. This is a good piece of legislation, and I appreciate the Secretary of State bringing this issue to our attention. All of the resources of the state should be available to our libraries, public and school libraries. Unfortunately, we have some libraries who are attempting to ban certain books that talk about certain ethnic groups, talk about certain ethnic communities, and 10300025.docx 31  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 talk about people in the LGBTQ community that they don't want generally in the library books. I assure you that this book is… this Bill is… it's very important, and it hearkens back to a period of time in the 60s where African Americans could not go into public libraries and check out the same books that are available to white people in those same libraries. And we are trying to prevent the kind of train that is running in many states that are banning and prohibiting books, and access to those books, to our children. Parents, as was previously said, can choose to check out a book or not. But we certainly should not be funding libraries that tend to ban books about ethnic communities, groups, and those in the LGBTQ community. I urge an 'aye' vote for House Bill 2789." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative McLaughlin is recognized."

"To the library board."

"By the same people who elected us to do our job at a state level."

"No. In fact, this is to allow them the time and space to focus on their own priorities, rather than be diverged and taken away from the time that they need to spend in their meeting, administering to the library, by entertaining fringe elements. And I can speak to this personally, because it happened in my district, school district, for weeks on end. And we had school board members who chose not to run again because of this very experience. So, if want to continue driving people out of politics who are moderates, who actually try to get the work of the people done, then by all means, let's keep the current policy. But if we care about making sure that people want to volunteer for their community and make those local decisions, then this is a good Bill to help them make those local decisions."

"I don't recall saying that exact phrase, but it may have been said."

"It would make sense if it was from the Secretary of State's Office 'cause I don't recall saying that myself." 10300025.docx 34  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"If they receive grants from the Secretary of State, then that school library, yes, would be. And I think that's where this is incredibly important, too, because it was a school district book that got veered off course for weeks in my case. So, it's important."

"Could you ask if… that they not be taken to the library if you're that concerned?"

"And you're not confident that your parenting has instilled in your children their own ability to choose their own books?"

"So, then let the other children read the books, too."

"With all due respect to those who think that the state doesn't have an interest when state monies are being distributed, then I wholeheartedly disagree with you. This is about state… Secretary of State grant monies that libraries are not entitled to, they must apply for. And just like any other grant regulation, this would be an additional regulation that they are… that they are to follow. In terms 10300025.docx 36  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 of the argument about local control, I find that disgusting. Local control has long been a dog whistle for allowing statewide or nationwide racist or bigoted policies to persist. And by saying local control… you're booing and only one side is booing. I wonder why? Because maybe there's some truth to it. Today, I just strongly urge my colleagues to do the right thing and make sure that access to books is not infringed upon in our state. Thank you." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2789 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, take the record. On this question, there are 69 voting in 'favor', 39 voting 'against', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Returning to page 19, on Second Reading, HB3551, Leader Hoffman. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker, Ladies and Gentlemen of the House. Floor Amendment #2 actually becomes the Bill, and it deals with the issue the Capital Development Board has with making sure that we give preference to Illinois companies. It clears all that up for them, and it also extends the single prime that they utilize there to build and save money. I ask for a favorable roll call. I don't know of opposition." 10300025.docx 37  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Leader Hoffman moves adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, they 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. House Floor Amendment 1 appoints the Senate President to serve as the chair. It's the only… and the Speaker to serve as the vice chair. Only changes." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Lilly moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Madam Speaker, for House Bill 2773, can you reflect that I intended to vote 'yes'?" Speaker Hernandez, B.: "The record will reflect. Representative Niemerg, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. We do this Bill every year to raise awareness about PTSI. PTSI is Post-Traumatic Stress Injury. Many veterans view PTSI as an injury, not necessarily a disorder. And so, what we are recognizing is June 27 of each year to be recognized as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Day to bring awareness to the brave men and women who served and received post-traumatic stress injuries while serving our country." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2805 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed vote 'nay.' The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who 10300025.docx 41  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 wish? Mr. Clerk, take the record. On this question, there are 113 voting in 'favor', 0 voting 'nay', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 2826, Representative Tarver. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Thank you, Madam Speaker. This Bill is very straightforward. It ensures that the Department of Professional Regulation will not require criminal background information for offenses where it's already said those offenses cannot be used as a basis to deny a license. So, for example, cannabis possession. Cannabis is now legal. It's one of those offenses that cannot be used against you if you are applying for an architecture license, but they make you disclose it anyway. So, we had this debate in Labor. I want to thank Chairman Evans for being supportive of the Bill. I also will say on the record that I spoke to Leader Ugaste about some language to clarify this that I think we'll work on over in the Senate. I don't normally say let's send it to the Senate and work on it, but I think it's a very small nuance thing. So, I urge an 'aye' vote." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Ugaste is recognized."

"That's correct. This is only related to things they've identified themselves they will not use against an applicant. So, it's not a litany of offenses but very specific ones that they've already said this will not be used against you for the purpose of this specific license."

"Thank you. I appreciate that. And just for the record and for legislative intent, the intent is to limit it in the manner that we just both discussed." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "Representative Tarver to close."

"I urge an 'aye' vote. Thank you." Speaker Hernandez, B.: "The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2826 pass?' All in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, take the record. On this question, there are 65 voting in 'favor', 47 voting 'against', 0 voting 'present'. 10300025.docx 43  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed."

"Representative Hoffman in the Chair. On page 28 of the Calendar appears House Bill 2827, Leader Mah. Mr. Clerk, please move this Bill back to Second Reading. Read the Bill."

"Representative Mah on Floor Amendment #1."

"Floor Amendment #1 is simply a technical Amendment that corrects a drafting error."

Speaker Hoffman: "Seeing no one seeking recognition, Representative Mah moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1 to House Bill 2827. All those in favor signify by saying 'aye'; all opposed 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. The Amendment is adopted. Third Reading. Please read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Leader Mah."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 2827 is an initiative of IDPH that resulted from feedback from industry. The Bill allows employers to store health care provider credentialing records electronically, rather than only in the paper format that is currently allowed. It passed out of Public Health unanimously. There's no opposition. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Windhorst." 10300025.docx 44  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Indicates she'll yield."

"That's correct. It expands the number of formats that are allowed for storage of these records."

"So, not just in the paper format, but electronically or otherwise."

"Leader Mah to close."

"I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2827 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'aye'; all 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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. On page 28 of the Calendar appears House Bill 2829, Representative Delgado. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Delgado."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 2829 amends the Human Rights Act to provide additional clarity that the Human Rights Commission's authority to appoint interpreters includes foreign language interpreters and American Sign Language interpreters. The Bill also eliminates language allowing for 10300025.docx 45  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 a Governor-appointed special temporary panel to work through backlogged cases. The IHRC has eliminated the backlog and has implemented stringent new internal processes, hired additional staff, and deployed new technology to eliminate the possible reoccurrence of that backlog. So, I think it's relatively simple and straightforward, but I'm happy to answer any questions, and I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2829 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'aye'; all opposed '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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Vella on House Bill 2845. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Please proceed."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 2845 amends the definition of public works in the Prevailing Wage Act to include removal, hauling, and transportation of certain materials. This language was the result of extensive work done between the Department of Labor, contractors, and organized labor. This is supported by AFL-CIO, Local 150, Teamsters, and State Council of Operating Engineers. I urge an 'aye' vote."

"On this question, Representative Ugaste."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"Well, it involves the hauling from the water treatment plants or facilities at a landfill, away from there. So, where it goes after that, I'm not sure. But because the landfill and the water treatment plant are paid for by public dollars, that's where prevailing wage would come in."

"I'm not… I'm not a hundred percent sure about that. It could be."

"If they are… if they're doing this work of removing this… these biosolids, lime sludge, and lime residue, then they would be covered, yes."

"There was some discussion of a farmer who did pick it up at a public facility and then haul it off."

"If he picks it up at a place where the material is… that is supported by tax dollars, yes."

"Well…"

"If they're municipal employees, yes. But if they're not, then no."

"I don't think this will be a tax increase. I… my understanding is most of the people are being paid prevailing wage as it is from the municipality side already. So, I don't foresee any tax increases."

"Representative Weber."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"I believe so."

"Yeah, I… you know, whoever is listed. I have not been contacted by anybody other than IML." 10300025.docx 48  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Vella to close."

"Again, I urge an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2845 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed 'no'. 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 78 voting 'yes', 32 voting 'no', and 2 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Leader Gabel on House Resolution 142."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Point of personal privilege."

"Please state your point."

"I would like to recognize the volunteers of the Red Cross who are here today with us in the Speaker's Gallery. Please stand so we can recognize you. Across the State of… I just want to share with the Members here that across the State of Illinois, the Red Cross collects, annually, 150 thousand units of blood at more than 5 thousand blood drives for many hospitals across our fine state. Blood donation is crucial to maintaining our nation's blood supply, and we are grateful to the blood donor volunteers and many generous blood donors 10300025.docx 49  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 here with us today. We would like to thank volunteers Brenda Iverson and Terry Kenny for sharing your blood recipient stories with us and for those amazing blood and platelet donors. Terri Kallmbah, who was our largest blood donor in the State of Illinois, 129 gallons; Peggy Sellars, 111 gallons; Ralph Linder, 107 gallons; Chester Hole, 95 gallons; and Philip Zuercher, 94 gallons. Incredible. Each one of you, thank you so much. The reason that we have this Resolution is that the Resolution declares March 2023 as Red Cross Month and March 22, 2023 as Red Cross Giving Day in honor of all of you who've fulfilled Clara Barton's noble words, 'You must never think of anything except the need, and how to meet it.' So, I urge, when this Resolution comes before the Body, that you all vote for it, and let's give another round of applause for these wonderful Red Cross volunteers."

"Moving back to page 28 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 2840, Representative Chung. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Chung."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 2840 designates the black walnut as the official state nut of Illinois, which we currently do not have. The wood of the black walnut tree is highly valued by furniture makers for their durability and attractive color. And the nuts themselves provided a nutritious snack for early settlers and, when ground, created a good meal for baking. And also, it is very important to the economy of McLean County because I have a friend who also 10300025.docx 50  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 collects black walnut sap and turns it into a delicious black walnut syrup. For me and my children, we started going hiking, like many of you during COVID times, and my kids and I started noticing these nuts on the ground. So, we kind of used it as an educational lesson, figured out what it was, and we realized that this tree, and the black walnut, was very native to the area where I'm from in McLean County. So, this Bill passed unanimously, and I ask for an 'aye' vote today. Thank you."

"On this question, Representative Guzzardi."

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

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Representative Chung, thank you for bringing this measure forward. Do you know how much… the quantity of walnuts that are produced by the State of Illinois? And I guess, more specifically, do you know how it compares to the quantity of pecans that are produced here in the state?"

"I don't think we produce any pecans. No, Sir."

"Okay. And, you know, there may be some folks who disagree with that assessment."

"Okay. I have not heard from the acorn lobby, so…"

"Sure."

"…you know, I believe that this… this black walnut is, you know, it's the nut that we should vote for today."

"Okay. Well, I think it might be helpful for you to contact the nut producers of a variety of species, just to make sure that this is the one that the state should be supporting. So, if you wouldn't mind getting back to me with 10300025.docx 51  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 some of this information, you know, I might be withholding my vote today until I hear a little bit more about that."

"Thank you so much, Representative."

"One more question. Sorry. Last question, if you don't mind. Please don't interrupt while I'm asking you questions. Is this your first Bill, Representative Chung?"

"Yes, this is my first Bill, Representative Guzzardi."

"Well, I'll think long and hard about it. Thank you very much."

"Thank you."

"Representative West."

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

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Thank you, Rep., for bringing this forward. Did you hear anything from the pistachio association?"

"I have not. No, Representative."

"So, they did not… they reached out to me several times. They did not reach out to you?"

"Well, that's news to me."

"Got you."

"I wish you would've brought this to me sooner."

"And in the… okay. That's concerning. In the spirit of cultural sensitivity, do we need to call it the black walnut? Please vote 'yes'. Good Bill."

"I believe that that… of the nut and has always been for centuries. I don't think it has anything to do with any sort of cultural issues, Representative."

"Representative Chung to close." 10300025.docx 52  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"I ask for an 'aye' vote. Thank you very much for your patience today."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2840 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 103 voting 'yes', 3 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Chung, that Bill must have driven three people nuts. Moving to page 29 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 2855, Representative Swanson. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Swanson."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2855 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all 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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. On page 29 of the Calendar appears House Bill 2856, Representative Swanson. Representative Swanson. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Swanson."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2856 pass?' All those in favor indicate by voting 'aye'; all opposed 'no'. 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 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 29 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 2858, Representative Stuart. Out of the record. Representative Costa Howard on House Bill 2861. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill.

"Representative Costa Howard."

"Mr. Speaker, if I may. On the previous Bill, I didn't get my… I was to be recorded as a 'yes' vote, please."

"Record will so reflect."

"Thank you."

"Please proceed."

"Thank you. Mr. Speaker, House Bill 2861 is a technical change to conform to Federal Law. It provides that within 30 days after a child is placed in a qualified residential treatment program that a report by DCFS has to be prepared for filing. And then, no more than 60 days from the date of placement, the court shall have a hearing on that 10300025.docx 55  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 report regarding the child's placement. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2861 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed 'no'. 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 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Harper on House Bill 2879. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Harper."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I'm pleased to present House Bill 2879, which would create the Illinois Farm to Food Bank Program that will be housed in the Department of Human Services. I encourage an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Windhorst."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Yes, it is. And I believe that we already have an appropriation that was included in the Governor's budget for this program of $2 million."

"Yes."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2879 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed 'no'. 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 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Slaughter on House Bill 2889. Out of the record. Representative Lawrence Walsh, Jr. on House Bill 2901. Please read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Lawrence Walsh, Jr."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 2901 is an initiative of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. It changes a fee… lowers, actually, a fee. It freezes deadlines relating to RAs until the fees that are due are paid in full. Makes changes… technical changes in identifying what an owner is versus a person and various other technical changes. Happy to answer any questions. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Rep… Leader Hammond."

"Sponsor yields."

"I believe it does, from an analysis that I'm reading."

"All right."

"Lawrence Walsh, Jr. to close." 10300025.docx 57  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Ask for an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2901 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all those who voted who wish? Have all who voted wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Andrade on House Bill 2902. Out of the record. Representative Yednock on House Bill 2907. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Yednock."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. HB2907 forbids a court from awarding money damages to an employer because of a strike. Basically, what this Bill does is just keeps the status quo and says that labor cases should stay in labor court. Happy to answer any questions."

"Leader Windhorst."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"Correct. I… there's a… most of your NLRB cases, when there's a result of a strike, there's things that happen on strikes, those go to the labor courts, federal, and we want 10300025.docx 58  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 to keep it there. There was a court case out West where this is in limbo right now."

"That's correct."

"Could you repeat that question? I didn't quite hear you."

"If it was in regards to a strike, a legal strike, yes."

"No, not… they really didn't. I mean, I would assume, as a business group, they're naturally going to be opposed to not being able to sue something in State Court."

"Representative Ugaste."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"Well, I would say this keeps it in a federal administrative hearing."

"You're thinking of the correct Bill, though part of a strike has an economic… there's always going to be an economic issue with that. You know, we're withholding work. It doesn't say that you can't go to State Court for property damage that was, you know, outside of the strike, we'll say. In other words, if I do something directly, throw a rock at your car or something, then that could be found in State Court, criminal court. But a lot of things that happen in strikes are not… don't rise to that level. We just don't believe that should be changed to State Court. It's always been in Federal Court, and that's where we want it to stay."

"That is correct. That is the Glacier case."

"I would say it probably depends. In the course of a strike, sometimes, you know, there's economic harm. This… particular facts of this case may still be found in a State Court possibly, but most of the time, no. It wouldn't be… it wouldn't be findable in State Court. There might still be penalties, but this is always supposed to go to a labor court."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2907 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yay'; opposed '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 question, there are 80 voting 'yes', 30 voting 'no', 2 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Returning to page 29 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 2947, Representative Johnson. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill." 10300025.docx 61  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Johnson."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise today to present House Bill 2947, a measure that allows the Secretary of State to issue Defense Superior Service license plates to Illinois residents who have been awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal without any registration or renewal fees. Veterans who have rendered great service to their country for long periods of time deserve recognition. Providing people who have earned the Defense Superior Service Medal with a license plate honoring their contributions is a small token of our gratitude, and it should be free. Both the original Bill and the Amendment passed unanimously out of committee. I'm not aware of any opposition, and I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2947 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed '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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 2949, Representative Scherer. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Scherer."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Today, I'm presenting House Bill 2949. And what it does is it makes the State Fair, 10300025.docx 62  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 through the Department of Agriculture, be allowed to actually pay through the imprest fund to the judges and the entertainers. Right now, it goes through the Comptroller and there's a huge delay. And this should really help with that. It was an initiative of the Department of Ag. I'd appreciate an 'aye' vote and happy to answer any questions."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2949 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; opposed '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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. On page 29 of the Calendar is House Bill 2954, Representative Gong-Gershowitz. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Gong-Gershowitz."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The purpose of House Bill 2954 is to create civil liability for the dangerous practice known as doxing to provide victims with a legal recourse while deterring harmful behavior. Doxing is a form of cyber harassment involving the Internet-based practice of broadcasting personal information, such as a home address, email, phone number, Social Security number, employer, family members, contact information, or a victims' children and the school they attend. The goal is to make private information easily accessible to other would-be harassers and Internet 10300025.docx 63  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 trolls looking for a way to crowdsource hate or to target an individual. The Bill does not prohibit constitutionally protected activity and was carefully drafted to ensure that constitutionally protected speech is not deemed unlawful. Bill came out unanimously out of committee, and I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2954 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed 'no'. 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 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', and 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 29 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 2963, Representative Fritts. Please read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Fritts."

"Leader McCombie."

"Indicates he'll yield." 10300025.docx 64  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Will Davis."

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

"Indicates he'll yield."

"I know it's your first Bill, but I'm not in a joking mood today. I want you to just beware of something because you're doing this for your park district, right?"

"Okay. A lot of us do things for specific entities in our groups. Probably your Bill is going to fly out of here. But just remember that when I want to do something for my community or one of my areas, and even though you don't like it, you may vote 'no'. So, I'm just giving you a heads up that if you see me vote 'no' on something you want to do in the future or if I see you vote 'no' on something I want to do in the future, it's going to seriously damage our relationship. I'm just joking. That part was a joke, but I just say that to say because we always want to do things for our areas."

"Sometimes, it should be no problem because we're doing it for a community that we want. But there are some times when we do those Bills, and you'll see 'no' votes because nobody likes the issue. So, just be mindful of that. I just thought about that when I saw your Bill pop up. Definitely going to support you 'cause you want to do it to help your park 10300025.docx 65  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 district. But just be mindful of that when I want to do something to help my park district or my community as well. We good? Thank you."

"Representative Fritts to close."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2963 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed '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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 1 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Davidsmeyer on House Bill 2972. Please read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Leader Davidsmeyer."

Speaker Hoffman: "Seeing no one seeking… Representative Guzzardi."

"Thanks, Mr. Speaker. Will the Sponsor yield?"

"He indicates he'll yield."

"Representative Davidsmeyer, apologies for slowing this down for just a minute, but…"

"…can you explain a little bit about… is this charging fees to the people who receive… who are rescued by our rescue squad?"

"I guess my question is, who… from whom are they recouping the costs?"

"From the insurance companies, not from the… they're not sending a bill to the person who they rescued saying, we rescued you, thanks a lot, here's a giant bill for you?"

"They're billing insurance or something to that effect?"

"Understood. Okay. Thanks for the clarification. I appreciate it."

"Leader Davidsmeyer to close."

"Question is, 'Shall House Bill 2972 pass?' All those in favor indicate by voting 'aye'; all opposed 'nay'. 10300025.docx 67  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 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 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 29 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 2858, Representative Stuart. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Stuart."

"Thank you, Mr… thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 2858 is… a few years ago we had a large elder abuse task force. We brought forth a couple of large omnibus Bills, and we have found, in the intervening years, there's a couple of real small technicalities. This is cleaning up one of them, and I have another follow-up Bill that will clean up one of the others. This one just excludes, from the definition of mandated reporter, the state Long Term Care Ombudsman and representatives or volunteers when they are prohibited from making a report by Federal Law."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2858 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; opposed vote 'no'. 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 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 2860, Representative Stuart. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill." 10300025.docx 68  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Stuart."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This is another one of those just small technical cleanups in relation to the larger omnibus of elder abuse protections. It has to do with making sure that we're also mandated reporters, folks that might see suspicious abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. So, making sure that folks in the financial sector are also mandated reporters."

"Leader Windhorst."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"So, they were requesting duplicative language. When you are a mandated reporter, you do… part of being a mandated reporter is you have protections. If you make a false claim, someone cannot come after you because of that false claim. They were asking for basically redundant language to say the same thing, and they are already protected. So, we didn't feel it was necessary to put in redundant language."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, Representative Stuart to close."

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

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 2860 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 10300025.docx 69  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 'no'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all those who voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 113 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Moving to page 30 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 2996, Representative Meier. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Meier."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 2996 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'aye'; all opposed 'nay'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all who voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Cassidy on House Bill 3026. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Cassidy." 10300025.docx 70  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Members of the House. House Bill 3026 represents some cleanup language around how we allocate sentence credits in DOC. There are two components to it. One of them involves something that we… that really became exacerbated during the pandemic, where we aren't necessarily always moving folks from county jail to DOC in a timely fashion. One of the sentence credit programs requires a 60- day custody clock to start, and it would… in statute, starts when you arrive in DOC. This would simply change the language that it starts when you are convicted. There's no opposition. DOC is fine with it. The sheriffs are very happy with it. And then the second component involves… clarifies that the Department of Corrections has the authority to retroactively apply previous changes made to the awarding of program credit. So, things like rehabilitative programming and education programming, just giving them some language they need to make sure that they can accurately track those credits. And I'm happy to take your questions."

"On this question, Representative Windhorst."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Yeah. Yes, we still… they still do dress in, dress out. Whether it's through this credit time or any other source, you still get transported and processed. There was a temporary time where they had DOC staff at some of the larger county jails doing those processes so that they weren't transporting people, but that practice has stopped. And so, this would not change that."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, Representative Cassidy to close."

"Please vote 'yes'."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3026 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed '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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Morgan on House Bill 3030. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Morgan."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3030 is an initiative of the Illinois State Medical Society. It amends the Illinois Insurance Code provision on billing and out-of-network payments. This Amendment makes Illinois law consistent with changes that were recently made under the No Surprises Act at the federal level. The Federal Law allows health care 10300025.docx 72  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 providers the option of bundling claims. And when seeking arbitration for underpayment when certain criteria are met, current Illinois law requires it on a claim-by-claim basis. This would marry that up to allowing batching. I know of no opposition, and I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3030 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Ann Williams on House Bill 3046. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Williams." Williams, A.: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This Bill is simply providing that the EPA shall, by January 1 of 2024, propose, and the Illinois Pollution Control Board should adopt, two things: Amendments to board's primary drinking water standards to repeal the prohibition on the reuse of sewage treatment plant affluent and to facilitate water reuse; and two, provide for rules establishing programs for direct potable and nonpotable reuse of treated waste water. Happy to answer any questions."

"Representative Windhorst."

"Indicates she'll yield." 10300025.docx 73  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Williams to close." Williams, A.: "I'd ask for an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3046 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 72 voting 'yes', 40 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 3050, Leader Mah. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Mah."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3050 is a Bill that establishes the right for limited English-proficient individuals to meaningfully participate and understand the proceedings of state administrative hearings. Language assistance is currently provided by federal… it is a federal right, and that right is extended to the state court system, but there's a gap in the state administrative hearing process that needs to be addressed. So, this Bill fills that gap and provides texts for notices to let people know of their rights and a certification process for interpreters that we will 10300025.docx 75  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 work through with CMS. We are in discussions with CMS and they… we've been working with them on this process already. It passed through committee unanimously, and I ask for your 'aye' vote."

"On this question, Leader Windhorst."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"That is correct."

"I believe the cost will be minimal. We've been talking with CPS… I mean CMS, excuse me, about doing this the most efficient way."

"I believe through census data about the most common languages that are spoken in a given area."

"On this question, Representative Weber."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Tagalog, that would be."

"The idea is to…"

"The idea is to attach a page that includes the notification about one's right to an interpreter and language access."

"I don't know exactly how much space it will take, but I… you know, it's a simple notification."

"To the Bill."

"Leader Mah to close."

"I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3050 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed 'no'. 10300025.docx 77  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 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 74 voting 'yes', 37 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Moving to… or remaining on page 30 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 3062, Representative Olickal. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Olickal."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3062 will allow landlords to accept reusable tenant screening reports for use in the rental application process. Prospective renters often pay a screening fee for each property the apply to, which makes searching for rental units expensive and difficult for them in a competitive real… rental market. Reusable screening reports can save tenants from paying an application fee each time they apply for a rental unit. This Bill would standardize what that report looks like. If a report is accepted by a landlord, the landlord may not charge the applicant a fee for the landlord to access the report or an applicant screening fee. Landlords, however, are not required to accept the reusable tenant screening reports. I know of no opposition to this Bill. I'm open to any questions and ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3062 pass?' All those in favor vote 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. The voting is open. Have all 10300025.docx 78  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all those who voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Harper on House Bill 3086. Out of the record. Representative Barbara Hernandez on House Bill 3093. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Leader Hernandez." Hernandez, B.: "Thank you, Speaker. This Bill will be part of my menstrual hygiene Bills that I've done in the past. This will include them in public restrooms, only in female and gender- neutral bathrooms. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3093 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; opposed vote 'no'. 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 69 voting 'yes', 40 voting 'no', and 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Costa Howard on House Bill 3097. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Costa Howard."

"Thank you. Mr. Speaker, House Bill 3097 is an update to the Amusement Ride and Attraction Act. It will provide stronger enforcement mechanisms for the Department of 10300025.docx 79  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Labor to inspect rides and attractions for continual compliance with safety and operation requirements after issuing a permit, which even includes allowing an owner- operator to continue operating after being issued a correction notice. It requires all owner-operators to have at least one First Aid, CPR provider onsite at all times. All the departments… to deny an application from an owner- operator who has repeatedly provided false and confusing information. It has an updated fee schedule for violation, and it has background check requirements for people who are performing with associated… with the rides and attraction. It is… has owner-operators are liable for falsified employee personal information submitted for that background check if they knew or should have known that the information was false. And it allows the Illinois Department of Labor to serve documents by email if the party consents to such notice. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"On this question, Representative Weber."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Yes, it does."

"The question is, 'Shall House 3097 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed 'nay'. The voting is 10300025.docx 80  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 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 110 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Andrade on House Bill 3102. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Andrade."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise to present House Bill 3102, a Bill to allow cemeteries in Illinois to best invest their perpetual care funds in order to see returns that allow them to maintain the property. As we've heard recently in news and in Capitol Fax and other media that our cemeteries throughout the State of Illinois are having difficulty to maintain their properties, and we hope that this is one way that they can. This allows them to invest in using the total return method for higher and more sustainable distributions. There's no opposition to this Bill. I respectfully request an 'aye' vote."

"On this question, Representative Weber."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"Yes, this Bill would allow cemeteries to do what basically universities do with their endowment funds. It 10300025.docx 81  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 gives them more probability, but it is not… there's not a lot of them that go out there and just go gangbusters and invest in shore funds and stuff. There'll be… they will… will be supervised in a way. And it has to be an independent trustee who is fiduciary to… responsible to the cemeteries."

"The Comptroller has the opportunity of 90 days to review the plan, and they don't have to approve it, but they can disapprove it. So, there is oversight on this."

"Correct."

"Right, no matter what. And (unintelligible) remember is, this money cannot be used for… for salaries. This is for operationally maintaining the property."

"Everything from lawn mowing to replacing the pathways, the streets, and maintaining… it's for maintenance of the property."

"So, this is not a mandate. This allows anyone to participate in… they have the ability to do this method. It also… the Comptroller's Office has requested that for smaller cemeteries that don't have a large wealth, that they created 10300025.docx 82  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 a master fund that smaller cemeteries can unite and invest in one fund together."

"That is the hope."

"Thank you very much. I respectfully… if…"

"Leader Davidsmeyer seeks recognition."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"There is the… allows for the dissolution of a privately operated cemetery that seeks dissolution or is considered abandoned when there's no receiver or successor in trust for the cemeteries care fund. Allows the Circuit Court to allow… to order a willing, willing…"

"…local municipality, township, county, or city to take over the cemetery and any funds in the cemetery's care fund. But is willing."

"Thank you."

"Representative Andrade to close."

"Respectfully request an 'aye' vote."

"Question is, 'Shall House 3102 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed '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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 30 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 3103, Representative Kifowit. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Kifowit."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3103 expands on our initiative from last year to protect victims of military sexual assault. This is just a bit of a trailer Bill that expands the definition. It… as amended, it talks about filing a petition on behalf of the victim in civilian court when seeking a no contact order under the Code of Criminal Procedure, a civil no contact order under the Civil No Contact Order Act, a stalking no contact order under the Stalking No Contact Order Act. House Floor Amendment 1 was a technical change that replaced military tribunal with a military judge that can order these, as well. I ask for your support." 10300025.docx 84  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3103 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed '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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Walsh on House Bill 3126. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Walsh."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3126 is an initiative of the Auto & Truck Recyclers of Illinois. The Bill simply requires the purchaser of a vehicle that has a salvage certificate to convert that document to a title in the name of the buyer in the jurisdiction where they are licensed. And then the buyer may resell the vehicle as allowed by this jurisdiction. This Bill promotes transparency, accountability, and eliminates consumer fraud. And happy to answer any questions and ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing on one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3126 pass?' All those in favor vote 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wished? Have all voted who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 30 of the Calendar, 10300025.docx 85  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 appears House Bill 3060, Representative Olickal. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Olickal."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3060 is an initiative of LeadingAge Illinois. The Continuing Care at Home program is a private pay life care membership program offering the same kind of services as a continuing care retirement community to consumers who choose to live in a setting other than the traditional CCRC. This… in return for a fee, participants are covered by a comprehensive package of long- term care services designed to enable them to remain independent and live at home as their care needs increase. The Bill would require the Department of Public Health to adopt rules to create and allow life care providers to also provide continuing care at home. This program has operated in other states for decades and would allow seniors to stay in their homes as long as feasible. I know of no opposition to this Bill and ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3060 pass?' All those in favor vote 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 30 of the Calendar, appears 10300025.docx 86  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 House Bill 3086, Representative Harper. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Harper."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3086 is an initiative of the Department of Agriculture. This proposal increases the fees for licenses administered by the Bureau of Environmental Programs at the department, which is primarily self-funded from registration and application fees. This is an update because the fee schedule has not been updated in approximately a decade. And I encourage an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Windhorst."

"Representative Harper to close."

"Encourage an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House 3086 pass?' All those 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 question, there are 68 voting 'yes', 41 voting 'no', 1 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Harper on House Bill 3087. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Harper." 10300025.docx 87  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3087 is also an initiative of the Illinois Department of Agriculture, and this Bill is designed to prevent the spread of contagious and infectious disease in animals. Simply gives the director of Ag the ability to temporarily prohibit the sale, movement, or showcase certain types of animal in the interest of preventing the spread of disease. I encourage an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3087 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all 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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Moving to page 31 of the Calendar, on House Bills-Third Reading, appears House Bill 3133, Representative Norma Hernandez. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Hernandez." Hernandez, N.: "Thank you, Chairman. This Bill would allow the Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago to create an electronic system for the purpose of reporting and document submission. It would enable documents that currently must be served or submitted in person by mail or to be submitted via email."

"Representative Carroll seeks recognition."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Would the Sponsor yield?" 10300025.docx 88  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Representative Hernandez, is this your first Bill?" Hernandez, N.: "This is my first Bill."

"And how did you come across this Bill?" Hernandez, N.: "I came across this Bill with the connections that were made with Water Reclamation District in support of making it a more eco-friendly environment and helping reduce the paper usage that we have now."

"How many words are in your Bill?" Hernandez, N.: "I would say at least a hundred."

"All right. Well, I'll let you count that. Congratulations on a great first Bill and a long career. Take care." Hernandez, N.: "Thank you. Thank you."

"On this question, Representative Crespo."

Speaker Hoffman: "Representative Hernandez, thank you for standing up this time." Hernandez, N.: "Thank you for recognizing that, Representative Crespo."

"Representative Andrade."

"Will the Sponsor yield?"

"Indicates she'll yield."

"So, did you… did they tell you that on your first Bill that you can't pass it if you only have chief cosponsors on there. Are you aware of that?" Hernandez, N.: "I was not aware of that. Maybe we can have you be my first chief cosponsor."

"Absolutely. We're going to solve that, and we're going to get you a couple more Sponsors on there. All right." 10300025.docx 89  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Hernandez, N.: "Thank you."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, Representative Hernandez to close." Hernandez, N.: "Thank you, and I hope you support 'yes' on this Bill for HB3133. Thank you."

"On this question, 'Should House Bill'… the question is, 'Shall House 3133 pass?' All those in favor signifying by voting 'yes'; all opposed 'no'. 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 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Congratulations. Representative Guzzardi on House Bill 3150. Out of the record. Representative Morgan on House Bill 3155. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Morgan."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3155 is an initiative of the State Treasurer's Office that makes several changes to our Illinois Secure Choice Savings Program. Many of you are familiar with the program, the Secure Choice Program that was put into place. It became effective in 2018. And since then, there have been over a hundred thousand individuals, mostly just low-income workers, just having for the first time a savings account. The employers working with them so they can put some savings into their accounts and have for the future. It's very, very successful. Since then, we've learned a lot. 10300025.docx 90  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 You may recall, Illinois was the first in the country to have a Secure Choice Program. And since then, six other states have followed our lead to implement a Secure Choice Program. And even those that are not employers enrolling in the Secure Choice Program have chosen, alternatively, to create their own retirement system… retirement account. So, this has been a very successful program. In those years since we started in 2018, we've learned a lot. And what has happened in every other state, other than Illinois, is we've created a hybrid approach about funding this account. So, what this proposal would do would be allow the Secure Choice advisory board to create a hybrid approach and not just have this paid for by interest accruing off the investments but also have a small fee that would apply to the individual account holder. It's sustainable. It’s a really, really important program that has helped, again, over 120 thousand people in Illinois, with many more to go. I urge your support."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3155 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all 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 question, there are 106 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 3 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Collins on House Bill 3161. Out of the record. Leader Hammond on House Bill 3172. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Leader Hammond."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3172 pass?' 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 question, there are 110 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Collins on House Bill 3161. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Collins."

"Yes, this is just a cleanup Bill removing language from the Pension Code. I urge an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3161 pass?' Leader Windhorst, I apologize. Sorry, I didn't see your light. I apologize."

"Indicates she'll yield."

"So, it's just cleanup language from the Pension Code that the Supreme Court has already ruled unconstitutional and no longer has the effect of the law."

"Yes, Rep. Yeah."

"Representative Collins to close."

"I would greatly appreciate an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House 3161 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 105 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', and 1 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 31 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 3203, Leader McCombie. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader McCombie."

"Representative Guzzardi."

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

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Leader McCombie, last week I had a Bill. You said it was a good Bill and your Bill was a better Bill. Is this the Bill you were referring to?"

"As I'm always happy to do, I agree with you completely in that assessment. I think this is a phenomenal piece of legislation. I'm proud to support it, and I appreciate your work on behalf of folks suffering from this crisis. Thank you so much, Leader."

"Leader McCombie to close."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3203 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; opposed vote 'no'. The voting is 10300025.docx 94  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 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 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 3218, Leader McCombie. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Leader McCombie."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3218 pass?' All those in favor vote 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Ness on House Bill 3224. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Ness."

"Thank you, Speaker. House Bill 3224 requires schools to include in their IEP transition conversations with students, at 14 years of age, to discuss dual-credit opportunities and to give that information both to the students and to their parents or legal guardians. Currently, that's not happening. 10300025.docx 95  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 So, that's what this Bill does. It passed out of committee unanimously, and I urge an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3224 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; those opposed vote 'no'. 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 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 31 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 3233, Representative Elizabeth Hernandez. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Hernandez." Hernandez, L.: "Thank you, Speaker. House Bill 3233 amends the Currency Exchange Act and the Transmitter of Money Act to allow customers the option of voluntarily donating a portion of money transmissions under those Acts to the Illinois Dream Fund. This Bill is known among my staff as the Remesas Bill. Remesas is a remittance… is remittances in Spanish. As many of you know, millions of Americans transfer money electronically to friends and family overseas. These transfers or remittances provide critical support to people across the world. Remittances are often sent once a month to households on income that is mainly destined to food, clothing, and family health care. Other expenses of remittances include purchase of land, payment of debts, education expenses for household members, and housing or 10300025.docx 96  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 household goods. The household-to-household nature of remittances makes them an important and direct vehicle for many struggling families. A group of interns… this is very important to me because I have been working on this Bill for years. So, when I had the interns come into my office over the summer, they came up with a volunteer basis to this Bill. So, House Bill 3233 will allow customers sending money, money orders, and wire transfers overseas with the option, volunteer option, to donate to the Illinois Dream Fund. I know of no opposition, and I ask for your 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3233 pass?' All in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 98 voting 'yes', 10 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 3249, Representative Canty. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Hold… hold it. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill. Have you read it? Representative Canty."

"Diaphragm, they will hear me. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3249 simply requires that… public employers to offer employees eligible for health insurance benefits under the Public Safety Employee Benefits Act who face a catastrophic or fatal injury during the line of duty the choice of any health insurance plan available to currently 10300025.docx 97  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 employed full-time law enforcement, correctional, or correctional probation officers, or firefighters. This Bill is in response to an Illinois Appellate Court case, Esser v. City of Peoria, where a police officer was able to obtain benefits under the Public Safety Employee Benefits Act but was only allowed to take a high-deductible plan instead of a low-deductible plan. The court held that the city could require him to take the high-deductible plan, not the most favorable plan the city offered its employees. This Bill makes it so that public safety employees who suffer a catastrophic injury must be offered a choice of any health insurance plan available to currently employed full-time employees. And as we all know, our first responders are men and women put their lives on the line every day to keep us safe. When the worst occurs, we must take care of them and their families to the greatest extent that we can, and this Bill helps us do that. I encourage an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3249 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all 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 question, there are 111 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Collins, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Yes, Mr. Speaker. I would like the record to reflect that I am a 'yes' for House Bill 3233." 10300025.docx 98  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

Speaker Hoffman: "Record shall reflect. House Bill 3276, Representative Jacobs. Representative… please read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Jacobs."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3276 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? Have all voted who wish? Have all voted 10300025.docx 99  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 who wish? Mr. Clerk, please take the record. On this question, there are 111 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. This Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Stava-Murray on House Bill 3289. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Stava-Murray."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3289 provides for a legal definition of anxiety to improve the statute that defines cyberstalking. Currently in the cyberstalking statute, anxiety is used in the definition of emotional distress but is not further defined. An improved definition will aid law enforcement and the courts in better addressing incidents of cyberstalking. This passed out of committee on full leave, and I know of no opposition. I ask for your 'aye' vote."

"Leader Windhorst."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Yep, that's correct."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, Representative Stava-Murray to close."

"I urge an 'aye' vote." 10300025.docx 100  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"The question is, 'Shall House 3289 pass?' All those in favor signifying by voting 'yes'; opposed vote 'no'. 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 110 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 31 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 3299, Representative Walsh. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Walsh."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Ladies and Gentlemen of the House. House Bill 3299 amends the definition of a business in the Business Enterprise Program Act to include not-for-profit organizations that submit bids for workforce development contracts or provide technical assistance. Currently under the Act, not-for-profit entities are not included and cannot receive certification. This Bill would allow them to do that. Happy to answer any questions and would ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3299 pass?' All those in favor vote 'yes'; opposed vote 'no'. 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 Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby… is hereby declared passed. Moving to page 32 of the Calendar, 10300025.docx 101  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 appears House Bill 3301, Representative Costa Howard. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Costa Howard."

Costa Howard: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3301 is essentially a Bill regarding child support enforcement. It would require the reporting of W-2 employees because, as of right now, they are not required to… businesses are not required to report them for the new hire directory. This often makes it very difficult for a state's attorneys office and the Department of Family Services in enforcing child support. That's what this Bill does. This Bill came out of Labor Committee, and there were many questions that were asked about it that I think are important for this Body to understand. Approximately 355 thousand families are served by HFS in their child support enforcement program. Of those cases, 11,500 are males who are the custodial parents or obligee, which is about 3 percent. So, this Bill impacts 97 percent of the cases because they are women. They are women who are raising children and who are not getting their child support. Of the… I have had… there were questions that were… that came out from the Latino Caucus that were answered as well. But this is a Bill about making sure people pay their child support. I will take any questions, and I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Windhorst."

"She indicates she'll yield." 10300025.docx 102  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"I am not. And, Spokesperson, if I may, the Bill refers to 1099 employees. I'm sorry. I said W-2. So, I apologize for that."

"But I am unaware of the opposition. I have not been contacted. This is a Bill by the Attorney General, and I have not been told of any opposition."

"Absolutely."

"On this question, Representative Elik."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Absolutely, Representative. And I appreciate you sharing your concerns, and I appreciate your acknowledgment that this is about children and making sure that children get that child support. And if there are concerns and such that come up, I am happy to file a trailer Bill and to address those issues from our small businesses. But this is about making sure the money gets in the hands of the people who are caring for kids."

"Absolutely. Thank you."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, Representative Costa Howard to close."

"I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House 3301 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all 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 question, there are 110 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Crespo on House Bill 3304. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Crespo."

"Thank you, Speaker, Members of the House. House Bill 3304 is an initiative of the Attorney General's Office. It 10300025.docx 104  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 would extend the statute of limitations for fraudulent activity connected to a COVID-19… COVID-19 relief programs. In 2022 alone, the state charged 15 individuals with COVID- 19-related fraud, and it currently has, I believe, opened 85 investigations. The concern is that if the statute of limitations is not extended, they might not be able to file on those 85 cases. So, House Bill 3304 extends the statute of limitations to five years. Happy to answer any questions."

"Seeing no one wishing to seek recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3304 pass?' All those in favor signifying by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Davidsmeyer on House Bill 3305. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Davidsmeyer."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3305 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all opposed '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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Sosnowski on House Bill 3311. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Sosnowski."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3311 pass?' All those in favor signifying by voting 'yes'; opposed vote 'no'. The voting is open. Have all 10300025.docx 106  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 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 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 3314, Representative Guzzardi. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Guzzardi."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Thank you, Members. This is a measure that's intended to level the playing field at small claims court. So, in many consumer contracts, creditors often have a one-sided right in the contract to recover attorney's fees. So, the contract says that if the creditor prevails or the plaintiff prevails at an action, they can recover attorney's fees. But the consumer does not have that right, even if their creditor's claim is found to be unwarranted. So, as you might imagine, this leads to an imbalance in legal representation. In these cases, virtually all creditors are represented by counsel, but virtually no debtors are, and that leads to an imbalance in the outcomes. So, we want to follow the lead of 10 other states in requiring parity in these cases. There are two exceptions to when the defendants are allowed to recover attorney's fees. One is that if the plaintiff themself does not request attorney's fees, then the defendant isn't allowed to recover them. And also, if both parties were represented by counsel in negotiating the underlying contract, they may not seek attorney's fees. So, this is really just designed for these kinds of one-sided 10300025.docx 107  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 contracts that consumers often find themselves in, and it's really to insulate them against bad actors who might be seeking to proceed with claims against them that are unfounded. The Bill came out of the committee with strong bipartisan support. There's no opposition to the Bill, and I would urge an 'aye' vote. Thank you."

"On this question, Representative Ugaste."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"This applies… let me get statutory clarification, but I believe the answer to that question is no. This applies to consumer contracts and that term is defined, but I want to pull up the statutory cite to make sure that's clear for you."

"So, yeah, the consumer contracts are defined in this statute as contracts in which money, property, or service that's the subject of transaction is primarily for a personal, family, or household purposes."

"I suppose it might, yes."

"To the Bill."

"Representative Guzzardi to close."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Yeah, again, we're just dealing with contracts that have this one-sided right written into them, and we want to level the playing field for consumers. I urge an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House 3314 pass?' All those in favor vote 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 72 voting 'yes', 40 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Leader Burke on House Bill 3340. Out of the record. Representative Kifowit on House Bill 3349. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Kifowit." 10300025.docx 109  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3349 creates a grant program to ensure that there's financial literacy for those that are of the retirement age or the pension age. What we have found, what's been brought to my attention is that individuals tend to over-rely on their pensions and they don't properly plan for their retirement. And so, this is a Bill that's subject to appropriation and it allows the Illinois Board of Higher Education to give grants to any statewide association with regards to producing a financial literacy training program for public employees. We had discussion on this on committee. The training does have a component of videos and in-person. And for the most part, this'll just be available as another tool to ensure that our retirees are living in their retirement age financially secure."

"Leader Windhorst."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"What's been conveyed to me is that a cost that would be ideal would be around 200 thousand."

"Well, that's for only participants in the State University Retirement System. What we are looking at is 10300025.docx 110  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 individuals that are retiring with a pension. That could be a municipal employee. It could be an employee of AFSCME that work on the local level. It could be individuals outside that system. And to have training programs that are available… of course, it's a grant system. So, they have to show there's a need, and they have to show their statewide ability to be able to provide this for individuals. And to me, another financial literacy program that would complement what might already be existing would not hurt because there are individuals that might seek and might need financial literacy to make sure that they retire in a secure fashion."

"I don't have a definition. I can look up the language of the full text of the Bill, but the point is, is to have retirees have financial literacy. So, what we are looking at is individuals that would benefit from financial literacy program. Obviously, the State Board of Education, by rule, will have to establish the definitions and some of the parameters of the grant that they give. So, that would fall under those programs and that function of the Bill. We do that a lot. We pass Bills such as this and then the department comes through rules and most likely will define the definitions that need to be defined for the grant."

"Yeah, I believe the department would do that in rules. That's the proper place for it."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3349 pass?' All those in favor signifying by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 70 voting 'yes', 39 voting 'no', 1 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Members, if I could draw your attention to the rear of the chamber. We are joined… we are joined by two former Representatives. Two Senators must have woken up from their afternoon nap. Representative Villa and Representative Halpin, former Representative Villa and Halpin. Now Senators. As we continue to work, and the Senate takes their break, we go to House Bill… or page 32, House Bill 3351, Representative Walsh. Read the Bill."

"Representative Walsh."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3351 amends the Illinois Power Agency Act to ensure the projects under the Illinois Solar for All Program are subject to prevailing wage requirements per the state Prevailing Wage Act. The Bill only not ensure… not only ensures fair pay for Illinois solar workers but also promotes program accountability and strengthens their state solar market. Be happy to answer any questions and ask for an 'aye' vote." 10300025.docx 112  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Leader Windhorst."

"Indicates he'll yield."

"That is correct."

"Yes. So, in the negotiations through CEJA, this portion was negotiated and was supposed to be in effect. And there was a ruling from the IEPA that said there was certain segment that didn't apply to prevailing wage, and this Bill is clearing that up."

"I would suggest everybody vote for it. I don't bring bad Bills to the floor."

"Representative Wilhour."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"They have not reached out to me about it."

"I would disagree with that. They're receiving… to be under this Bill, you would have to be receiving RECs that are paid for from the ratepayers. So, my argument would be that we want to make sure that the jobs that are created are good- paying jobs and they're up to the standards that we live by here in the State of Illinois."

"To the Bill."

"Representative Walsh to close."

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

"The question is, 'Shall House 3351 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 86 voting 'yes', 26 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining 10300025.docx 114  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 on page 32 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 3363, Representative Faver Dias. Please read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Faver Dias."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. HB3363 is straightforward and seeks to amend the Child Care Act to conform with federal law and is an initiative of DCFS. The legislation requires DCFS to establish and maintain a database on the safety of consumer products. And the Bill changes the definition of children's products to include products intended for the use of children under age 12. DCFS seeks these changes to conform with federal language in the Consumer Product Safety Act. This Bill passed out of committee on leave. There is no known opposition, and I would encourage an 'aye' vote."

"On this question, Representative Carroll."

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

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Representative, is this your first Bill?"

"Yes, it is."

"Okay. So, a few questions for you. Will you be personally testing these products as well to make sure they reach your standard of safety?"

"As a committed mom of eight-year-old boys, yes, I will."

"Great. Thank you. Congratulations on a great first Bill and please add me as a Sponsor. Thank you."

"Thank you."

"Representative Reick." 10300025.docx 115  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"To the Bill."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, Representative Faver Dias to close."

"Yes. Just to clarify, we are not mandating DCFS to do this in the sense… DCFS came and asked us to make sure that we were in federal compliance. That's part one. And part 10300025.docx 116  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 two, this is just making a database available online and bringing it into 2023. This Bill is not asking DCFS to test children's toys. It's to make a publicly available database online. I would encourage an 'aye' vote. Thank you." Speaker Hoffman: "Question is, 'Shall House 3363 pass?' All those in favor vote 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 101 voting 'yes', 12 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Congratulations. House Bill 3370, Representative Vella. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Vella."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. HB3370 expressly defines and includes power washing within the Prevailing Wage Act. The power washing work outlined in 3370 is for public purpose on public property and paid for with public funds. It should be considered public work and should be added to the definition. I urge an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Windhorst."

"Indicates he'll yield."

"I was contacted by IML, and I was aware of the rest because I noticed it myself. The contact from the IML really just had to do with the idea, I believe, of the prevailing wage. There was no specific objection to this statute."

"Well, I mean, that's… that is the theory. I think it will actually reduce costs because we're going to get good people doing the job right. So, you're not going to have to go back and do it over and over and over again."

"They did not reach out to me, no."

"Representative… Leader Davidsmeyer."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"No, we're just adding it…"

"…adding it to the definition. It's part of the definition of what… hold on one second… the definition of what is 'public work' under Prevailing Wage Act. That's what it is. It's part of the definition of public work."

"Thank you."

"Representative Weber."

"Indicates he'll yield."

"Lawn service?"

"I'm not an expert in that. I'm not sure."

"Representative Croke."

"Thank you, Speaker. Would the Sponsor yield?"

"Indicates he'll yield."

"Representative Vella, would this apply in a situation to, like, the high rises downtown or some of the skyscrapers downtown Chicago?"

"If they have power washing, it could, yes."

"Okay, thank you."

"Anyway… it's got to… yes. Thank you."

"Representative Vella to close."

"I urge an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3370 pass?' All those in favor vote 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 73 voting 'yes', 34 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 3375, Representative Jiménez. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Jiménez." Jiménez: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3375, as amended, would allow people sentenced before they turn 21 to file a new petition citing their youth at the time of sentencing and would allow the courts to consider contextual information in a constitutional hearing. HB3375, as amended, would create a narrow exception to the Post- 10300025.docx 120  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Conviction Hearing Act. The Bill would not give people the right to counsel or the right to an evidentiary hearing. It simply says they can file a second petition saying their original sentencing did not consider their youth because Miller had not been decided at the time of trial."

"Leader Windhorst."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Representative Carroll."

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

"Indicates she'll yield."

"Representative, this is your first Bill?" Jiménez: "That's right."

"Okay, great. Can you tell us a little bit more in detail, what's on page eight?" Jiménez: "There's no page eight."

"Oh, good. I'm glad you actually read your own Bill. Congratulations on a good first Bill, and I'm proud to support it. Thank you." Jiménez: "Thank you."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, Representative Jiménez to close." Jiménez: "I urge a 'yes' vote. Thank you."

"The question is, 'Shall House 3375 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 72 voting 'yes', 40 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the 10300025.docx 122  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Congratulations. Returning to page 32 of the Calendar, appears Representative Yednock, House Bill 3396. Representative Yednock. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Yednock."

"Thank you, Mr. Chair. HB3396 makes it a Class A misdemeanor to interfere with, obstruct, or impede a picket, demonstration, or other protest by placing any objects in the public right-of-way. I ask for a favorable vote."

"On this question, Representative Ugaste."

"Indicates he'll yield."

"No, I don't believe so. That might be part of… other part of labor law, but this is really obstructing by placing objects, filling up the right-of-way, where we have the legal right to stand when we're protesting, trying to push us off that public right-of-way."

"Leader Windhorst."

"Indicates he'll yield."

"I have a… I have a particular one that happened this summer. During the course of a legal picket, legal strike, an employer decided to, over the midnight hours, fill up the right-of-way with rocks, with horse manure, with garbage, put their cars there to keep us from standing there. If we can't stand in the right-of-way, then we have to stand in the street. And you can't do that because it's a safety issue. We've always worked with law enforcement and neighbors to say 10300025.docx 124  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 we'll go somewhere, you know, that's safe, but that is the place where we are… we are supposed to be. And that's what happens, is unscrupulous employers, or people that are part of the strike, will fill up the public right-of-way with debris in order to keep us from being there."

"Yes, I do. That's the intent."

"I think just past practice and labor law."

"That's correct."

"Correct."

"That's correct, which is probably the likely outcome."

"That… there's no doubt about that, Representative Windhorst."

Speaker Hoffman: "Seeing no one else seeking recognition, Representative Yednock to close."

"I certainly appreciate your concern, Representative. I urge an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House 3396 pass?' All those in favor signifying by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 75 voting 'yes', 33 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Leader Cabello on House Bill 3406. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Cabello." 10300025.docx 126  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3406'… Leader McCombie."

"He indicates he’ll yield."

"Some of us know the feeling of coming back. The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3406 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; opposed vote 'no'. 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 111 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 32 of the Calendar, we return to House Bill 3340, Leader Burke. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Burke." 10300025.docx 127  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This is a very simple Bill that would allow municipalities to borrow money not… from the Illinois Finance Authority. So, it includes the Illinois Finance Authority under the definition of 'financial institution' for purposes of allowing municipalities to borrow money. The idea is that the Finance Authority may be able to offer more competitive rates than a financial institution, saving the municipalities and taxpayers money down the road. I know of no opposition, and I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Representative Will Davis." Davis, W.: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Will the Sponsor yield?"

"Indicates she'll yield." Davis, W.: "Representative, do you know… do you know that… whether or not the Finance Authority can also deny a loan, under the circumstances in which you're trying to include municipalities?"

"Can they deny a loan to anybody who would…" Davis, W.: "Well, not to anybody. Seems like you're trying to expand their services to include municipalities."

"Correct." Davis, W.: "So, can they deny a municipality a loan?"

"I… I would…" Davis, W.: "I don’t… I don't need to know your…"

"Ooh. I… I would… I don't know, and I don't want to… I can take it out of the record and find out, but…" Davis, W.: "Hold on. Before you do, I don't mean this as a trick question or, as they say, gotcha question. But because we're talking about a state entity and municipal entities, I'm just 10300025.docx 128  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 wondering, is it… is it a situation where, you know, municipalities will have more success if they need to borrow money from this than a regular bank or…"

"Oh, I don't know. I don't think the underwriting standards are lessened because it’s the Finance Authority. I think it's the… the attraction for it is that they can possibly provide a lower interest rate to the municipalities if their request otherwise complies with underwriting standards." Davis, W.: "Right. Okay."

"So, that's the focus of it." Davis, W.: "'Cause, I mean, smaller municipalities struggle…"

"Sure." Davis, W.: "…I think, in that space. And if this is a better way for them to get, you know, much-needed resources and a longer ramp to pay it back, obviously, that's something that would be good for smaller, struggling municipalities. And I was just curious about whether or not it's any easier or better for them to do it with the Finance Authority than a regular bank or something like that."

"I don't know, but I do know that the idea would be that it would be less expensive and which might help those smaller municipalities with less…" Davis, W.: "Okay."

"…less reserves." Davis, W.: "I was curious about that. I'm going to support the Bill…"

"Thank you." Davis, W.: "You know, great for you to bring it forward thinking about that, and I guess we'll just see what happens." 10300025.docx 129  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Okay, and I'll run an answer down for you." Davis, W.: "I appreciate it. Thank you.

"Okay. Thanks."

"Leader Burke to close."

"Please vote 'yes' on House Bill 3340."

"Question is, 'Shall House Bill 3340 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; opposed vote 'no'. 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 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. House Bill 3414, Representative Jiménez. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Jiménez." Jiménez: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This is an initiative of the Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation. The Prevent Unfair Sentencing of Youth Act amends the unfair sentencing practices that are unfair to those who have experienced child sex trafficking and were punished for acts of self-defense against their abusers or sex buyers. Passing this Bill will move us closer to a legal system where youth cases are examined in a more age-appropriate and trauma-informed setting. I encourage an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Windhorst."

"She indicates she'll yield." 10300025.docx 130  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Costa Howard."

"Will the Sponsor yield?"

"She indicates she'll yield."

"Representative Jiménez, does this apply to transfer hearings? And, Representative, I apologize. I missed your introduction to the Bill, but I didn't hear you mention that. So, I'm just trying to make sure I'm understanding the gist of this Bill." Jiménez: "Sure, sure. Can you explain a little more about what your question… can you elaborate a little bit more?" 10300025.docx 131  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Sure. I'm pulling up… when I'm reading through the analysis… I'm sorry. When… as I'm trying to just double-check as I want to understand… so, it's a transfer jurisdiction, which is a transfer hearing? I just want to make sure I'm understanding… Speaker Windhorst asked about another Bill. And as I'm looking at it, you're just using the idea… if I'm… I apologize, Representative. I'm not making myself very clear to you, and I apologize for that. When I look at Section (b) in terms of the… based on clear and convincing evidence, one of the factors that the judge can use in their discretion is any involvement of the minor in the child welfare system, correct?" Jiménez: "Yes, that's correct."

"Okay. So, that's information the judge would be able to use in making their determination, whether or not that was a youth in care at some point." Jiménez: "Yes."

"And the trauma that that child had experienced while a youth in care could be used." Jiménez: "That's right."

"Okay. Thank you, Representative. I'm good." Jiménez: "Thank you."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, Representative Jiménez to close." Jiménez: "Thank you. This Bill provides a very narrow sentencing reform, and it's aimed at addressing extremely long sentences for child survivors of harm. I urge an 'aye' vote. Thank you.

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3414 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 10300025.docx 132  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 'no'. 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 67 voting 'yes', 40 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Slaughter on House Bill 3418. Please read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Slaughter."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Ladies and Gentlemen of the House. House Bill 3418 is a community revitalization and job creation initiative championed by the Working Center for Racial Justice and the Small Business Advocacy Council. In putting forth creative efforts to improve public safety and to stimulate comprehensive economic development, it is critically important that we not only provide support to our reentry population but also collaboratively assist businesses and employers by incentivizing them to hire this at-risk, chronically unemployed and underemployed population. House Bill 3418 establishes a pilot program to, one, provide an expansion of the returning citizens tax credit to small businesses. Currently, all businesses are eligible for a $1500 tax credit if they hire formerly incarcerated individuals. Under this pilot, small businesses will be able… will be eligible for up to $5 thousand in tax credits. Small businesses are the economic backbone of our local communities. We are providing financial relief for small businesses that will train and hire formerly incarcerated 10300025.docx 133  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 individuals. Secondly, the second component of this pilot provides a critical wage subsidy program for employers to tap into in regards to paying the salaries to this population. Under House Bill 3418, all employers are eligible for 50 percent reimbursement for salaries. But if you are an employer doing business in a disproportionately impacted area, underserved community, you're eligible for a 75 percent reimbursement for these salaries. The many stakeholders that worked on this, myself, as well as Chairwoman Ammons, had several meetings over the last year with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, and the Department of Revenue to work all of this out. DCEO will be the lead agency overseeing this pilot program. Let's please note here that they already oversee and manage our other wage subsidy programs. So, this is not anything new. We're not recreating the wheel in that regard. Although House Bill 3418 is subject to appropriation, we have worked with DCEO to flush out a budget for this program that includes the procurement of community navigators to assist with the implementation of this program, as well as internal resources needed on behalf of DCEO, and then, of course, the money to provide the actual wage subsidy. Lastly, Mr. Speaker, and I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that this Bill does have a research/data collection component. The effective date is immediate and has a repeal date of January 2029. We could run the pilot for that entire time. We don't have to, however. The goal is to get at least three solid years here. We want to see, once and for all, when we do address root causes, when we do take a wholistic public health approach to 10300025.docx 134  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 addressing this at-risk population, when we do put forth a true community revitalization effort to help formerly incarcerated individuals, what will be the impact? Would this population take advantage of the second chance and become positive, productive citizens and residents? I certainly believe so. We all, on both sides of the aisle, should be really excited about this opportunity. Mr. Speaker, I urge a 'yes' vote on House Bill 3418."

"On this question, Representative Ammons."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. To the Bill."

"To the Bill."

"Thank you. First of all, I'd like to thank Chairman Slaughter for the amount of work that we've done to combine these two Bills together. The initial Bill started with… my Bill was from the Small Business Advocacy Council who was working to try to figure out a way to incentivize the hiring of returning residents for Illinois. Representative Slaughter's Bill was the other side of this, which was the wage subsidy Bill. We worked for the last probably six or eight months with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to get the Bill to the status that it is before you today. This is a win-win situation for small businesses, as well as for those who are returning from Illinois Department of Corrections who are seeking simply an opportunity to work and take care of their families. This is exactly what many of us talk about we want. That's why it's called Safer Communities Wage Subsidy Pilot Program. We want to run this program for the next three years so that we can collect the data that would be necessary to not only 10300025.docx 135  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 demonstrate its success but also to demonstrate that there is cohesiveness and priority that's being given to employment for this population of Illinois residents. And we certainly urge an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Hammond."

"Indicates he'll yield."

"Thank you, Representative, for the question. That is our understanding. We worked with our budget office but primarily with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. And that 16.5 million would serve approximately 500 participants. And again, you can scale that up or down. You know, you take about 8 million to 9 million and that could be 250 participants. But, yes, that is an accurate picture based on what DCEO flushed out budgetarily."

"Okay. There's a couple things, but the 5 thousand may be resonating in your mind…

"…because that’s the tax credit portion."

"That 16.5 million, Leader, that you mentioned, does not go to the tax credit part. That's on the employer to file that with the Department of Revenue. In regards to the 16.5, that would go towards three things: one, the community navigators… the procurement of the community navigators to help with the program; secondly, the internal resources that DCEO is asking for to implement the program; and then, lastly, the funds, the actual money that would go towards the wage subsidy component of this."

"And that was… and I stand correct… I stand corrected. They are going to be paid.

"We will not be paying an hourly wage, but they will be compensated to operate the program in the community."

"And I don't know… I don't know the specific… what specific amount that is within the 16.5."

"That's true. Yes. DCEO… this is in collaboration with DCEO. This is what they flushed out. I can probably get that number for you, though." 10300025.docx 137  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Yes, most definitely. And we're really excited about this particular component. If you are a large business, you can… no, I'm sorry. Any business can get the wage subsidy, and that's at 50 percent. If you are a business located in a disproportionately impacted area… these are the same areas and zones that we carved out for our legalized cannabis initiative. If you're located doing business in an underserved community, a DIA area, you can get 75 percent of reimbursement of those salaries."

"No. I mean, the employer would pay their share and then, again, could get reimbursed either at that 50 percent or 75 percent clip. It's really… and I'm glad that you asked this. The program's going to work like a voucher program. It'll follow the potential employee based on where they go. It's really going to be four basic simple steps. The individual's going to apply for the program with the community navigator. That can be electronically or in person. Secondly, once approved by the navigator, the individual will take this voucher to any business of their choice. We love this about the program. Third, the navigator shall enter into an agreement with the employer of an eligible participant to establish the general terms and conditions of the wage 10300025.docx 138  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 reimbursements with respect to the participant. And then lastly, Leader, the navigators will submit monthly reports that include the employment status of each participant and the wage reimbursement amount. That's the wage subsidy component. Again, on the tax credit piece, that's on the employer to file with the Department of Revenue to get that tax credit."

"To the second part of that question, DCEO is going to promulgate and roll out rules on this. But they would essentially act as community providers, community organizations that are in… on the ground in the community really as a… as a operational workforce development hub to launch the program for individuals to come and enroll into the program."

"Seeing no further recognition, Representative Slaughter to close."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. As we look to usher in a new chapter for community investment and community revitalization, let's enhance public safety by helping returning citizens become employed. This will help reduce recidivism and assist formerly incarcerated individuals in becoming positive, productive citizens and residents. Ladies and Gentlemen, this is financially responsible. We're helping put this population to work instead of trying to put them back in prison. Equally important, let's empower and incentivize small businesses across Illinois to participate in improving public safety, while also comprehensively stimulating our local economies. I urge a 'yes' vote on House Bill 3418. Thank you, Mr. Speaker."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3418 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed 'no'. 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 62 voting 'yes', 41 voting 'no', 2 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Representative Andrade, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Mr. Speaker, there's a… I wanted a… House Bill 3414, intention to vote 'yes' and… what's the last Bill… and the last Bill." 10300025.docx 140  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Excuse me, I…"

"What was your Bill number? And 3418. 3414 and 3418."

"The record will so reflect. Representative Slaughter, House Bill 3421. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Slaughter."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This Bill would direct the newly formed Commission on Equity and Inclusion to pick up the work of the General Assembly by holding and furnishing copies of all the supplier diversity reports that various industries file with various state agencies. It's hard for minority-owned businesses to look to find procurement opportunities with the state to access all the many reports the state collects. This Bill will make it easier to find these reports and does potentially help minority businesses grow. Many of you may know that, throughout the years, the General Assembly has collaborated with certain industries to pass Bills that required them to be more transparent regarding their efforts on supplier diversity spend. These industries include public utilities, railroads, hospitals, private higher ed, racinos, casinos, EDGE Tax Credit recipients, and there are some forthcoming. I believe the chamber just passed an insurance Bill of this nature last week, also looking at banks, also looking at telecom. House Bill 3421 simply, simply directs the Commission on Equity and Inclusion to create a centralized repository for these supplier diversity reports. I ask for an 'aye' vote. Thank you."

"Representative Scherer seeks recognition." 10300025.docx 141  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Mr. Speaker, on the previous Bill, 3418, I meant to vote 'yes'."

"The record will so reflect. Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3421 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 73 voting 'yes', 38 voting 'no', 1 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Ann Williams on House Bill 3426. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Williams." Williams, A.: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This Bill deals with the Pollution Control Board, the agency that is charged with implementing and monitoring the EPA's environmental regulations. Normally, if a polluter, like a factory or a plant of some sort, has to get a waiver to go beyond what the EPA guidelines provide, they will have to file a permit with the Pollution Control Board. So, to do that, you have to pay a fee of $75, currently, to the Pollution Control Board to allow you to work around those fees temporarily… or those regulations temporarily. This simply raises the amount of the fee. It hasn't been changed since 1988. The money goes to the working… functioning of the Board to make sure they can provide for permitting online. So, again, this fee is only for polluters and plants that wish to exceed environmental 10300025.docx 142  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 guidelines via the Pollution Control Board. And I'm happy to answer any questions."

"On this question, Leader Windhorst."

"To the Bill."

"Thank you. Seeing no one seeking further recognition, the question is, 'Shall House 3426 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all 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 question, there are 72 voting 'yes', 40 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Moving to page 33 of the Calendar, appears House Bill 3428, Representative Blair-Sherlock. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Blair-Sherlock."

"Thank you. Good evening. This is a Bill that would ensure that public schools, charter schools, and private schools maintain on hand an opioid antagonist. Obviously, we're all aware that there's been an increase… I'm sorry. I felt it safer to sit than to try and stand."

"That's fine. That's fine."

"Yeah. So, you know, we know there's been an increase in the abuse of opioids. While they serve a good 10300025.docx 143  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 purpose in certain circumstances, we know that they're being abused. In fact, there was… there's… drug overdoses have been increasing in young people over the past few years. So, this Bill would ensure that all schools have an opioid antagonist on hand. And there were several questions that came up during the hearings. I did speak to the Principals Association this morning. They came to me with a couple more concerns, but the initial concerns were the cost. The cost is $22… approximately $22 for 18 months. And the other concern was the training. The training is available for free, and it is an 11-minute training. So, that would not really increase any costs or anything like that. There was also a document created by ED- RED and the Illinois Principals Association, which was entitled Mandated State and Federal Trainings, which included training on the administration of opioid antagonists. So, I think this about the safety of our children. It's about saving lives. The cost is fairly minimal. I will tell you that this morning, in discussions with the Principals Association, they have some new concerns that I think could be fairly easily addressed in the Senate. And I assured them that I would work with the Senator, which I believe will be Senator Glowiak, to insert any changes that are required. I would ask you to vote 'yes'."

"Leader Windhorst."

"Indicates she'll yield."

"No. It's not specified exactly where you would put it, other than it be secured. I don't… I believe you could have in the hallway, you know, a secured, as long as people have access to it. But there's no… and there's separate… one of the reasons it's written this way, too, is 'cause there's separate buildings to some schools, right? So, we want to make sure that it's available in every building."

"Well, that's what I was saying. I spoke to them this morning actually, and we've agreed that we would continue to work on this over in the Senate 'cause I… Senator Glowiak will be carrying the Bill in the Senate. Some of their concerns was actually the supply, whether or not they'd be able to get the antagonist, you know, 'cause we're having all these supply chain issues. And I think that's a legal impossibility, but we could clean up the language so that we 10300025.docx 145  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 never have to go there. Yeah, and just some of the training language, which I think, again, can be taken care of."

"In the Senate, yeah. As you know, the time frames are very tight here and we just spoke about it this morning."

"Thank you."

"Representative Hauter."

"She indicates she'll yield."

"It is, but it's not my first rodeo."

"Okay, smarty pants. I'll remember that."

"Well, every year, teachers are required to undergo certain trainings and they do a lot of their trainings through the GNC training website. And the training for this particular antagonist is an 11-minute, you know, free training on that website. So, it's not an intrusive, they have to take a half a day to get trained. It literally takes 10300025.docx 146  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 11 minutes to do this training. So, I don't think that should be an issue."

"I… yeah, I understand that, and I wish people would be comfortable with that, but that's something that they're not necessarily comfortable with, the schools aren't necessarily comfortable with, is just letting their staff, you know, administer stuff without training. So, I think that this is fairly easy to administer, having watched the training, you know, but I think they're more comfortable with their… knowing that their staff is trained in this."

"I would certainly think so, yes."

"Thank you."

"Seeing no one seeking further recognition, Representative Blair-Sherlock to close."

"Okay. Thank you. I would just say this is about saving children's lives, and I would urge that you vote 'yes'. And any of these issues we can always clean up at a later date, but in just a week could save someone's life. So, I urge you to vote 'yes'."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3428 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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's 97 voting 'yes', 14 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. On page 33 of the Calendar appears House Bill 3436, Leader McCombie. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader McCombie."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3436 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all those opposed vote 'no'. The voting is 10300025.docx 148  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 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 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Crespo on House Bill 3442. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Crespo."

"Thank you, Speaker, Members of the House. House Bill 3442 is an initiative of the Illinois Association of School Boards. It deals with substitute teachers. Currently, in Illinois, a school district cannot keep a substitute teacher in the classroom for more than 30 days. Means that the schools must shift the teachers around from classroom to classroom every 30 days. House Bill 3442 will allow the school district to utilize a substitute teacher for longer periods of time while still actively searching to hire a licensed teacher. This will give students more consistency, which will enhance the overall learning experience. It also sets a timeline for how long a substitute teacher can stay in the classroom, either 90 days or the end of a semester, and it addresses some training requirements. Happy to answer any questions."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3442 pass?' All those in favor signify by saying 'yes'… or voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 111 voting 'yes', 0 voting 10300025.docx 149  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Moving to House Bill 3445, Representative Lawrence Walsh, Jr. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Walsh."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3445 amends the definition of public schools under the Illinois Power Agency Act to include higher education institutions so the public universities, the community colleges can access renewable energy credits under the Adjustable Block Program that was intended with the passage of CEJA. This is an initiative of Climate Jobs Illinois. Happy to answer any questions. Ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3445 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; opposed vote 'no'. Voting's 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 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Meyers-Martin on House Bill 3461. Out of the record. Representative Hanson on House Bill 3491. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Hanson." 10300025.docx 150  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Members of the General Assembly. Bringing you today House Bill 3491, and I ask for your support. House Bill 3491 amends the Prevailing Wage Act and provides that any laborer, worker, or mechanic who is employed by the contractor or by any lower tier sub-contractor and is paid for services in a sum less than the prevailing wage rates for work performed on a public project shall have a right of action for whatever difference there may be between the amounts so paid in the prevailing wage that… the prevailing rates required to be paid for work performed on the project."

"Representative Ugaste. Representative Ugaste."

"He indicates he'll yield."

"It does not. It only pertains to public projects."

"I'm sorry. It only pertains to public projects. Thank you for the question."

"The prevailing wage protects public works projects."

"Prevailing wage laws protect public works projects. That's not every worker in the state." 10300025.docx 151  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Hanson to close."

"Thank you for the opportunity to present this today. I ask for a 'yea' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3491 pass?' All those in favor signify by voting 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 75 voting 'yes', 36 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Chung on House Bill 3498. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Chung."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3498, it makes a narrow change to three programs to support teachers and training. And the people who will benefit from this narrow change are special education teachers, teachers in low-income schools, and teachers from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, some of the teachers who are especially critical to support as we address teacher shortages throughout the state. It passed unanimously in committee. It's supported by IFT, 10300025.docx 152  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Advance Illinois, and the Latino Policy Forum, and I ask for an 'aye' vote today."

"Seeing no one seeking recognition, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3498 pass?' All those in favor vote 'yes'; all opposed vote 'no'. 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 111… 112 voting 'yes', 1 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Walsh on House Bill 3500. Read the Bill, Mr. Clerk."

"Representative Walsh."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3500 increased the debt limitations on five school districts. Washington School District, Central Community Unit School District 301, Freeburg Community High School District 77, Mundelein Consolidated High School District #120, and Joliet Public Schools District 86. To get this limitation increased, there's… the following criteria has to be met. The voters of the district must approve the proposition for the bond issuance at the upcoming municipal election. Resolution prior to the bond issuance shall be established at the project set forth in the bond issuance and are required because of age and condition of the school district's existing buildings. The bonds are issued no more than five years after the date of the referendum, and the bonds must meet the condition of 10300025.docx 153  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 relevant portion of the School Code. Happy to answer any questions and ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Leader Evans in the Chair."

"Representative Windhorst is recognized."

"He indicates he will."

"Yes, five."

"That is correct."

"Yes. They'll have to vote on the bond issue for the municipal. This would go into effect to increase that debt limitation if that bond… or that referendum is approved by the voters of each district."

"Then it's null and void."

"Representative Walsh to close."

"Respectfully ask for an 'aye' vote."

"All right. Seeing no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3500 pass?' All those in favor say (sic-vote) 'aye'; those opposed say (sic-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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the 10300025.docx 154  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing on page 33 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3559, Representative Yang Rohr. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Yang Rohr is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3559 is a Bill on school safety and rapid entry into schools. Each year, school districts have to file a… file and review update their school emergency and crisis response plan with first responders, and they have to file that report with their regional superintendent of schools. House Bill 3559 makes sure that, within those plans, there is a plan with first responders to gain rapid entry into the school buildings and into classrooms in the case of an emergency. I… I ask for your support and your 'aye' vote on this Bill."

"Representative Yang Rohr to close."

"Thank you, and please vote 'yes'."

"Seeing no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3559 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 111 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down page 33 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3572, Representative Stava-Murray. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill. 10300025.docx 155  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Mr. Clerk, please return this Bill to the Order of Second Reading."

"Representative Stava-Murray is recognized on the Amendment."

"So, this Amendment is pretty simple. It just takes out one sentence of the warning label which references a website."

Speaker Evans: "Representative Stava-Murray moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

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

"Representative Stava-Murray is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3572 provides that all gas stoves which are sold in Illinois beginning January 1, 2024 must have a warning label that states the potential risks, including nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide. This legislation was brought to me from Illinois PIRG. This Bill is about helping Illinois make the best choices for themselves and their families by ensuring that we 10300025.docx 156  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 all have the facts. As I stated when I when I presented this Bill in committee, this is simply a labeling Bill. That's it. This Bill does not ban gas stoves. It does not prevent anyone from purchasing a gas stove. It does not require existing gas stoves to be modified or moved, nor does it require labels for preexisting gas stoves. It simply requires new gas stoves being manufactured and sold, starting January 1, 2024, that they have a label. We do have an Amendment that's expected to come in the Senate that will remove IRMA's opposition, and none of the other opponents have reached out to me directly. Thank you, Members of the House, and I ask for your support."

"Representative Windhorst is recognized."

"She indicated she will."

"If we pass this Bill, we would be the very first state to pass this warning label, which I think is a very positive step because I think it's being considered in many other states and various different legislations are being considered. But really, the consumer awareness of this product is not… the danger of this product is not very high. And we in Illinois, more than other states, are very reliant… heavily reliant on gas stove usage. So, I think, as opposed to other states, where about 12 percent of their childhood asthma is thought to be attributed to gas stoves, it could be as high as 21 percent of childhood asthma in the State of Illinois can be attributed to gas stoves. So, I think it's a 10300025.docx 157  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 critically important issue for our state, and I would love for us to be the first one to do it."

"None of them came to me directly. IRMA did work with PIRG on an Amendment that should be coming in the Senate that will remove IRMA's opposition."

"Yeah. It just simply states that where the label is meant to be, it has to be on the appliance itself. So, that way all floor models will be fitted with it as well. So, as people are shopping around, they'll be able to see the warning label pretty clearly."

"I believe that there was a gentleman who testified in committee who worked for the manufacturers of the gas stoves, and they want to dispute 30 years' worth of science, so…"

"But it's a matter of people with monetary interests not wanting to lose money in the future by having a warning label on their product."

"Representative Weber is recognized."

"She indicates she will."

"Not to my knowledge."

"Not to my knowledge. I believe that we have a number of warning labels that are… that have been done through state Bills, though. And this would just model off of those."

"Representative Caulkins is recognized."

"She indicated she will."

"No, the Bill does not speak to that."

"Sure."

"No. If you want to ignore the health effects of gas stoves and…"

"…are so averse to hearing about the health effects of gas stoves you have to leave the state to purchase something, I think that's not a common experience for most Illinoisans."

"For childhood asthma. Yes, it's a contributor to childhood asthma. It's thought to have contributed to as much as 20 percent of the children who have asthma in our state."

"The statistic? I mean, I don't have it offhand. I… PIRG gave me the statistics that they had very well researched. I can look that up for you and get that later."

"Yes, and I can get you that citation afterwards." 10300025.docx 160  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Keicher is recognized."

"She indicated she will."

"I have no plans to outlaw the gas stoves in the State of Illinois."

"I mean, I can't predict the future. If for some reason there were even more damning science that came forth that really said that these were a hazard, I can't say that in that circumstance, in every single possible circumstance, I would be a 'no'. But I would say, as it stands today with the current knowledge levels, I'm certainly not trying to ban gas stoves. I'm trying to put a warning label on them today."

"I already… I already did say that. I said we're not undertaking that action today. What we're doing is simply applying a very basic warning label so consumers have knowledge and awareness. And knowledge is power, and they can do with that power what they want, whether it's buying a proper vent for their gas stove if they're very attached…"

"Representative Ann Williams is recognized." 10300025.docx 162  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Williams, A.: "Hi. Thank you. To the Bill. I was just listening to the last speaker, and we're talking a lot about… talking about electric stoves and cooking on electric stoves. Well, I have a gas stove. But you know, only about 22 percent of stoves in the United States are gas stoves. So, a lot of people are cooking on electric and the newest thing, which is an induction stove. Which is apparently all the rage among chefs and really looked at as a potential for really taking it up a notch in terms of cooking. I guess it can boil water in a matter of seconds. But when we go… we're talking about the health… you know, everyone's scoffing over there, but are you familiar with the kind of emissions and fumes that get trapped by a gas stove? Just 'cause we used them forever doesn’t mean we don't need to reevaluate their safety. I was just pulling up an article which talks about a study that recently came out that says for children who live in a home with a gas stove, the increased risk of asthma is on par with living in a home with a smoker. Now, you can scoff, you can laugh, but that's what the studies are showing. The reality is, whether we like to admit it or not, carbon emissions are dangerous to our health, whether they're in our homes, emitting from a power plant, or from our cars. I think that's just a reality we have to look at, and I think that the fact that the Sponsor is addressing it from a health perspective is helpful, and I plan to vote 'yes' in support for that reason. But I would, before… before I would… again, go back to the induction stove, it uses electromagnets to officially heat cookware without the inherent pollution of fossil fuels 10300025.docx 163  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 and apparently is the cutting edge for many top chefs. So, check it out. Thank you."

"Stava-Murray to close."

"Thank you. I think in terms of a lot of the objections, they don't have to do with the actual warning label on the Bill. They have to do with worries that extend beyond it. So, here we're just literally telling people, giving people, consumers information that they need. And I feel very strongly about this because the very first time I heard about gas stoves potentially being harmful to children's health was earlier this year. And as a gas stove owner myself, who did not use the vent regularly, I was putting my own children's health at risk. And so, I really think that this is just a positive step to give consumers the information they need to get the right setup in their home to make sure that they're making the healthiest choice they can for themselves and their family. I urge an 'aye' vote. Thank you."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3572 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those opposed vote 'nay'. The voting is open. Have all voted who wish? 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 56 voting 'yes', 42 voting 'no', and 1 voting 'present'. Representative Stava-Murray is recognized."

"Can I please place this on Order of Postponed Consideration?"

"Mr. Clerk, please place the Bill on the Order of Postponed Consideration. Continuing on page 33 of the 10300025.docx 164  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3594. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Flowers is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Ladies and Gentlemen of the House. The intent of House Bill 3594 is to allow Members of the General Assembly to choose whether to receive one payment a month or two for their services. I would appreciate an 'aye' vote, and I'll be more than happy to answer any questions. Thank you."

"Seeing no further discussion, Leader Flowers to close."

"I would appreciate an 'aye' vote."

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3594 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 87 voting 'yes', 20 voting 'no', and 1 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Remaining on page 33 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3563. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Rashid is recognized."

"Thank you, Speaker, Members of the House. HB3563 creates a task force to study artificial intelligence and 10300025.docx 165  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 specifically natural language processing software. You may have seen news stories about products about ChatGPT, Bard, and their competitors and other software driven by a machine learning. The task force will do a few things, but most notably, provide recommendations to schools, colleges, and universities on how to navigate the disruption that these technologies are creating in the classroom. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Representative Guzzardi is recognized."

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

"He indicates he will."

"Representative Rashid, this Bill pertains to artificial intelligence. Is that correct?"

"What was the question?"

"The Bill pertains to artificial intelligence?"

"It does pertain to…"

"You mentioned ChatGPT. Did you ask ChatGPT to draft a version of this Bill?"

"I did not."

"Okay. I did, Representative, and it's a much better Bill than the one that you've introduced. So, I wonder if you'd withdraw this from the record and we could introduce the AI-generated legislation instead?"

"I'll take that under consideration."

"Okay, I appreciate your advisement. Thank you, Representative."

"Representative Rashid to close."

"I ask for an 'aye' vote." 10300025.docx 166  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3563 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 109 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received a Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing towards the bottom of page 33 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3595, Leader Mah. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Mah is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3595 is an initiative of the Sierra Club. It sets out uniform statewide regulations governing the implosion of coal-fired powerplants, and it traces its origins back to the disastrous implosion of the Crawford coal plant in Little Village, not far from my district. This happened in the spring of 2020, and the dust plumes that resulted blew into neighboring communities and was quite a hazard. As a result, the City of Chicago put in strengthened regulations. But what we realized that… was that there were no statewide regulations governing this process, apart from asbestos regulations. And so, other than that, there's a patchwork of local requirements that vary widely from community to community. And what HB3595 does is put in place uniform statewide standards and a process with strengthened regulations that would prevent future disasters like the one we saw in Little Village, just a few miles from 10300025.docx 167  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 my district. So, the process includes adequate notification, including 60 days at least and a public meeting, air quality monitoring, dust mitigation plan, a contingency plan in case something goes wrong, and a site cleanup plan, as well as fines for noncompliance. And so, you know, there is thought that the IEPA already has statewide regulations in place, but this is not the case. And so, there is a need for something of this nature to keep our communities safe and to prevent disastrous implosions from happening in the future. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Representative Windhorst is recognized."

"She indicated she will."

"That is correct."

"They strengthened their regulations. But what I was mentioning before was that, even though that happened in the City of Chicago and the city responded with more robust regulations for permitting for these incidents, that we do not find the same level of safety regulations throughout the state and that there is a patchwork in some places where none exists and in other places where, you know, there might be regulations. But there is a need, we feel, for something that is uniform and statewide standard from municipality to municipality." 10300025.docx 168  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"No, I don't believe it is. What is required, as I mentioned… you know, there are three parts: adequate notification so that surrounding communities are aware of what's going on and are able to have input; and then an air quality modeling report, a dust mitigation plan, and a contingency plan in case something goes wrong; and then also, a site cleanup plan if there is a disaster that takes place."

"I'm sorry. I can't hear."

"So, there might be federal regulations, but this is fundamentally different. We're talking about creating a process in Illinois that would be uniform across the state."

"Leader Mah to close."

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

"The question is, 'Shall House Bill 3595 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 63 voting 'yes', 47 voting 'no', and 1 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing towards the bottom of page 33, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3613, Representative Mason. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Mason is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3613 is a Bill brought to me by a school nurse from our special education district. It allows for, not requires, special education districts, so 10300025.docx 170  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 schools with high populations of students with severe medical disabilities, to keep an undesignated supply of oxygen for student emergencies. I welcome any questions, and I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no debate, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3613 pass?' Oh. Representative Ugaste is recognized."

"She indicated she will."

"No, no, no. An undesignated amount. So, for example, there is a similar Bill that allows schools to have an undesignated EpiPen for students that have allergic reactions, meaning there's not a prescription associated to a specific student. So, this would allow the school nurse to keep an undesignated, meaning not intended for any one student, oxygen tank or oxygen concentrator in the event that there's a student oxygen emergency."

"Thank you."

"Representative Mason to close."

"I welcome an 'aye' vote. Thanks."

"Seeing no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3613 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, 10300025.docx 171  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. At the bottom of page 33, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3627, Representative Meier. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Meier is recognized."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3627 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 1 voting 'no', and 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Miller, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"The record will reflect your request. Moving forward to page 34 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Third 10300025.docx 172  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Reading, we have House Bill 3641, Representative Mason. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Mason is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3641 just codifies into law a longstanding practice for the Capital Development Board projects in various municipalities. It confirms that the Capital Development Board is fully responsible for capital projects and is not subject to municipal fees or permitting requirements. There are no known opponents, and I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3641 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 74 voting 'yes', 39 voting 'no', and 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Near the top of page 34, on House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3643, Representative Syed. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Syed is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3643 requires that whenever an IEP team meets to review or develop an IEP for a student who is 17 years or older, the team shall consider voter registration as an appropriate goal to be included in 10300025.docx 173  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 the IEP. The team should also discuss when and how voter registration will be accomplished, if appropriate. This Bill passed out of the committee unanimously. I ask for an 'aye' vote on the Bill."

Speaker Evans: "Any discussion? Representative Carroll is recognized."

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

"She indicated she will."

"Representative, is this your first Bill?"

"Yes, this is."

"Okay. So, can you go in to detail on specifically of what an IEP is and what it does?"

"Yeah, sure. So, an IEP has two general purposes. To establish measurable annual goals for a child and to state the special education-related services and the supplementary aids and services that the public agency will provide to or on behalf of the child. Thank you for asking such an important question."

"That's a wonderful… it's a wonderful Bill. Please add me as a Sponsor. And congratulations, Representative."

"Will do. Thank you so much, Representative."

"Representative Ugaste is recognized."

"She indicated she will."

"That is partially what an IEP is." 10300025.docx 174  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"It's to support students with disabilities, and it will help them accomplish additional goals."

"So, voter registration shall be considered, depending on the IEP team, whether or not it's an appropriate goal for that specific student."

"I'm not sure if I understand the question."

"So, I'm not… I'm still not sure if I'm understanding the question exactly because this would be when an IEP team is meeting with the parents, with whoever is involved in that planning, and the student themselves to discuss voter registration considered as an appropriate goal. I don't believe that this legislation, voter registration, won't be considered in a room of 30 people, more so when they're developing a comprehensive plan for the individual student."

"Representative Blair-Sherlock is recognized."

"Will the Sponsor yield?"

"She indicated she will."

"Thank you. I would just like to clarify a couple of things. This is merely educating parents and young people how they can register to vote. It's not advocating to them how to vote. It's just presenting them that option. And also, to clarify for anybody who's listening or watching, there are so many different types of disabilities that are addressed with IEPs that the questions that were asked of the Sponsor could not possibly be answered. I'd be happy on private time to explain IEPs a little better to you and the differences of disabilities between the various children in this state. Thank you."

"Representative Ladisch Douglass is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The question came up about what an IEP is. It is an Individualized Education Plan. It goes a little beyond a 504, which is often used for children with things like diabetes or who need a wheelchair for school. An IEP assists children who need a little bit more help at school. My son has one. He is a very intelligent child who is an 'A' student, but he needs an aide sometimes, he needs extra time for his work. But he has an IEP, and he is more than capable of voting. However, he might need help filling out the paperwork. And high school is a great time for children to register to vote when they're 17 years old in 10300025.docx 176  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 advance of having to vote later that year. I encourage an 'aye' vote. IEP does not mean these children cannot vote. And I really encourage you to learn more, and I'd be happy to talk to anyone opposed to this Bill. I support it. Thank you."

"Representative Caulkins is recognized."

"She indicated she will."

"This Bill opens the door for starting a very important conversation about someone's constitutional right with a very important subset of young people. It tells young people, students with disabilities, that their vote and that their voice matters. And it provides them with the support, if needed, to get registered to vote to exercise their right. I believe that this Bill is extremely critical. New Hampshire passed this Bill, and this Bill is a model of that one. So, I think equipping students with disabilities with the education about their voting rights, I don't know how you can argue against that."

"Well, thank you, Representative Caulkins. I think that is a clear reason why you and your caucus should also be supportive of this Bill, and that everyone should. Every student with disabilities, this should be a considered component of their IEP."

"So, we can't make that assumption. With all due respect, that's not the case right now. It's not necessarily a natural part of it. We're assuming that the IEP team is considering it a natural part. But that's exactly why we need this legislation, to make it a natural part, to equip students with disabilities with this critical information. So, for those reasons, I urge an 'aye' vote from you, Representative Caulkins."

"Representative Weaver is recognized."

"Indicated she will."

"No. It's going to be based off metrics. We have an Amendment to make sure that it wouldn't be considered a competency but simply a goal, whether or not it's an appropriate goal for a specific student."

"So, IEP teams are not trying to reach a quota of how many students they register to vote."

"So, the goal would… so it's… for each individual student, an IEP team can… shall consider whether or not it should be a goal for them to… for the student to register to vote. And if they'd like to, how that process could…"

"The IEP team can create that goal."

"Thank you."

"Representative West."

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

"She indicates she will."

"Thank you, Sir. Representative, can you help elaborate and help me to understand where partisan politics, being a Democrat or a Republican, plays into this?" 10300025.docx 179  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Well, we've seen that, in the past few months, there has been partisan politics around voting rights, but I believe it's absolutely unnecessary and that we should be equipping students with disabilities with this critical, critical piece of information on how to register to vote."

"So, we're not sharing with them which way to lean in terms of their voting?"

"Absolutely not."

"You would say that this is a Bill to help make voting more accessible for those who are members of the have-nots, correct?"

"Yes."

"You would say that this is a Bill that will help empower voters even the… more in the State of Illinois, correct?"

"Yes."

"Then I encourage everyone on a nonpartisan basis to vote 'yes' on this important piece of legislation. Thank you so much."

"Thank you."

Speaker Evans: "Thank you. This Bill is on Short Debate. Representative Mason will be our final comment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. To the Bill. I want to tell everyone the story of Wanda, who is one of my constituents, who is a 35-year-old young woman with a disability. And she went through school, and she had an IEP. And on her IEP, as she began to get close to graduation, they put things on it like, 'Get a part-time job.' And then part of her IEP was working to go out and get that job. Finding a cause she believed in to volunteer. These are the types of things that 10300025.docx 180  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 some kids with IEPs have as goals to help them grow and to help them transition into adulthood. So, when I met Wanda, her mom was a volunteer for me, and she joined me. And Wanda was very sad because she said, 'But, Miss Joyce, I can't vote for you.' And I said, 'What do you mean, Wanda, you can't vote?' And she said, 'I can't vote.' And I said, 'Yes, you can.' And her mom looked at me and said, 'She can vote?' And I said, 'Of course she can vote.' So, they went out, and they registered to vote. And she voted for the very first time. And she researched candidates, and she looked people up, and she talked to people, and she was so proud. And she never knew. So, I think people that… you know, sometimes students who need a little extra help and help setting those life goals, being able to vote is one of the most important things we do in this country. So, besides getting a job and figuring out how to volunteer, let's make sure they know they can vote and use their voices. Thanks."

"Representative Syed to close."

"This Bill says that you value the voice of your young constituents with disabilities. I urge an 'aye' vote on this Bill."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3643 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 93 voting 'yes', 14 voting 'no', and 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down page 34, towards 10300025.docx 181  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 the top, under House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3648, Representative Ammons. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Rep. Ammons is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3648 is a data collection Bill. The Illinois Department of Corrections offers educational programming, but the Commission on Higher Education in Prison was unable to track any data from those programs. Enrollment, retention, completion, graduation, or any other demographics. What this Bill does is ask the Department of Corrections to collect that data and submit that information to the General Assembly and the Governor. And I move for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no debate, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3648 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', and 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down page 34 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3704, Representative Ford. Mr. Clerk… excuse me. I'm sorry. 3702, Representative Ford. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Ford is recognized." 10300025.docx 182  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Members of the Body. I urge an 'aye' vote for House Bill 3702. Following in the footsteps of the great leader over there, Ammons, this is a data collection Bill and it amends the provision of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act to add diversity and inclusion data to the Returning Residents Clean Jobs Training Program. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3702 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 109 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down on page 34 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3706, Representative Meyers-Martin. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Meyers-Martin."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I'm presenting House Bill 3706 to establish the University Park Development Authority to promote economic and real estate development throughout the Village of University Park. This development authority will be tasked with facilitating and promoting the redevelopment of vacant and underutilized commercial, industrial, and residential real property located throughout the Village of University Park. And University Park, being 10300025.docx 183  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 located in south Cook County, it is in desperate need of assistance in that economic and redevelopment space. The Bill provides for an authority that will consist of five members, three appointed by the mayor of University Park and two by the Governor. Overall, this Bill is meant to enhance the economic benefits generated by the former uses of the property with development that will attract new residents, senior and student housing, commercial and industrial business. It also creates opportunities for economic development, sustainable initiatives, and affordable housing, and employment for residents in the community. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Wonderful. Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3706 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', and 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down page 34 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3715, Representative Rashid. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Rashid is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. HB3715 requires the Commission on Equity and Inclusion to conduct a disparity study on whether Middle Eastern or North African populations should be 10300025.docx 184  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 added to the Business Enterprise Program and to report that back to the General Assembly. I ask for your support."

Speaker Evans: "Any discussion? Representative Windhorst is recognized."

"He indicates he will."

"That is correct."

"That's accurate. Middle Eastern…"

"Yes. For example, someone from Palestine or Syria or Egypt would have to check 'white' or would be considered white."

"That's correct. This is just for a disparity study."

"That could happen. It depends on the results of the study."

"I said that could happen. It depends on the results of this study."

"Representative Rashid to close."

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

"Seeing no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3715 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 92 voting 'yes', 17 voting 'no', and 2 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing on page 34 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3733, Representative Olickal. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Olickal is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Today, I'm presenting House Bill 3733. This is a Bill… this Bill is an initiative of the Department of Labor to modernize and standardize a number of the laws they enforce to protect workers. The Bill implements electronic processes for employers, employees, and the department and will allow the department to act more efficiently and effectively. It amends existing labor laws to allow for electronic communication, require remote or traveling employees to have electronic labor rights information available to them, and to allow electronic 10300025.docx 186  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 payment of fines through the Treasurer's ePAY system, in addition to modernizing the Personnel Record Review Act to allow employees to view their personnel records online. I know of no opposition and ask for an 'aye' vote."

Speaker Evans: "Any discussion? Representative Ugaste is recognized."

"He indicates he will."

"Yes, that's correct."

"Yes, we are willing to consider that."

"Representative Olickal to close. Seeing no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3733 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 75 voting 'yes', 38 voting 'no', and 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down page 34 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3743, Representative Meyers- Martin. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Meyers-Martin is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I'm presenting House Bill 3743 to designate the month of September of each year as Alopecia Awareness Month throughout the State of Illinois. This Bill was brought to me by two medical students who actually suffer from alopecia areata and wanted this to be something that we pursued here in the General Assembly. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks hair follicles and causes hair loss. The severity and frequency of hair loss varies among people, as 10300025.docx 188  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 does the potential for recovery. The National Alopecia Areata Foundation estimates the condition affects as many as 6.8 million people in the United States. Although alopecia is not life threatening, it is a condition that affects a person's appearance, often leads to stigma, embarrassment, and hardship. This Bill seeks to spark conversation and awareness amongst the autoimmune disease so that we can empower those living with the disease. I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Representative Croke is recognized."

"Thank you, Speaker. To the Bill. I just want to thank the Sponsor for bringing this. My husband suffers from alopecia and has since high school, and I don't think that it's talked about enough, the impact that it can have on young people. So, I'm very excited about this Bill and the fact that we're going to be talking about this more often than not. So, thank you."

"Representative Meyers-Martin to close."

"I ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3743 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down page 34 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3752, Representative Barbara Hernandez. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill." 10300025.docx 189  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Barbara Hernandez is recognized." Hernandez, B.: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This Bill will allow the third Friday of the month of March to be known as Robotics Day."

"Seeing no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3752 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Representative Williams, what reason do you seek recognition?" Williams, J.: "Thank you, Clerk. I mean, thank you, Mr. Chair. I'd just like to please let the record reflect that on HB3418 I would like to be a 'yes', please."

"The record will reflect your request. Continuing on page 34 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3755, Representative Hanson. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Hanson is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Members of the House. Bill 3755 simply helps people. It provides that if a county jail located in the county where the committed person was resided immediately before his or her conviction for the offense for 10300025.docx 190  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 which he or she is serving the sentence in the Department of Corrections has a reentry program for committed persons, the department may transfer the custody of the committed person to the sheriff of the county where the reentry program is located for up to 12 months before the committed person's release date for participation in the reentry program. Simply put, our counties had a reentry program for several years. It's reduced recidivism by almost triple, from 49 percent to 18 percent. Opioid deaths have decreased within our correctional facility by 89 percent. That saves taxpayer money. It helps lives. It gives people a chance. This Bill, in particular, allows someone to get transferred back to their home county, if that county has a reentry program, to help them out. Any opposition to the Bill was relieved with the Amendment, which simply says the sheriff has to approve the transfer before actually taking place. I appreciate the bipartisan conversations and support, both in committee and out here on the floor. I ask for a vote in support of this Bill."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3755 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down page 34 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3759, Representative Stuart. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill." 10300025.docx 191  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Stuart is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. 3759 is an initiative that came out of our bipartisan and bicameral higher education working group. In talking with our institutions, learning that lots of times other states were getting the jump on our students and reaching out to them before we were able to send them those fancy, glossy fliers or emails, so this is a way for our institutions to get the data that somehow the other states were getting before us. It took us, like, three years to figure out how to do this with privacy concerns and everything, but we finally have it done, and this'll be a great help for our institutions."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3759 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down the Calendar on page 34, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3760, Representative Stuart. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Stuart is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This is also a higher education- related Bill. A while back, we created a pilot program that 10300025.docx 192  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 applied to the University of Illinois that… it creates a four- year admission program for a seamless transfer from community college into the four-year institution. And if an institution already has a similar program in place, this will not supersede it. They can continue with the program they already have. But this is to make sure that that's available to every institution… every four-year institution across the state."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3760 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing on page 34 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3768, Representative Rashid. Out of the record. Continuing down page 34 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3769, Representative Stuart. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill. Mr. Clerk, please place this Bill on the Order of Second Reading."

"Representative Stuart on the Amendment."

"I know… the Amendment is a technical Amendment, and I'm trying to find the exact words. It replaces 'fireman or 10300025.docx 193  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 firefighter' with just the term 'firefighter' to simplify the language."

"Representative Stuart moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

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

"Representative Stuart is recognized."

"Thank you. What this Bill will allow us to do is, right now we allow firefighters can stay in… I mean, they pay the premium, but in order to stay in the retirement to have health insurance. But we don't have that available to EMTs, people who are just classified as EMTs. And this would open up that for them to take advantage of as well, too."

"Seeing no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3769 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. At the bottom of page 34, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3798, Representative Stava-Murray. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill." 10300025.docx 194  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Stava-Murray is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Today, I am presenting House Bill 1628. Or… sorry, not HB1628. House Bill 3798, which would require all school social work internships to finally be paid. So, this Bill, I worked together with constituents in my district who… a constituent who is the head of the social work organization statewide. And we worked out that, with this requirement, there should also be a grant program, subject to appropriation, for ISBE to give K-12 school districts in order to pay their social work interns, and it will also report on these grants annually. It would require the Illinois Board of Higher Education to do the same for colleges and universities. The reason this Bill is so important comes down to the nationwide and statewide shortage of therapists and other support professionals, especially in our schools and universities. Caring for students' mental health is crucial, but we simply don't have enough trained people to provide these services. Part of the reason for that is exemplified by the fact that some who do provide these services do so without being paid. That’s a wrong that needs to be righted. Furthermore, when it comes to who can enter the field, there's currently an inequity because you have to be able to afford to work for free after having gotten the equivalent of a master's degree and have very advanced skills that you're putting to work. I know of no opposition to this Bill. Thank you, Members, and I ask for your vote." 10300025.docx 195  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

Speaker Evans: "Any discussion? Representative Windhorst is recognized."

"She indicated she will."

"There is no prohibition, but it seems like there's not been a lot of will either, and that's why we are doing a mandate."

"It's a must. It's a shall."

"Correct."

"And for the… and the grant program is designed to help those districts who would need the help the most. So, not just flat-out 'my district gets tons of money for it and yours gets nothing', but in a fair manner, equitable manner to make sure that those students who have the most need are served first."

"That's currently in negotiation."

"We don't have a current cost estimate for this." 10300025.docx 196  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Stava-Murray to close."

"There's a real shortage of critical workers in our schools…"

"One second, Representative. One more question… this is on Short Debate. Representative McLaughlin for question."

"Sponsor says she will."

"I'm sorry. Can you repeat that? I just am not clear on that exact program that you're talking about." 10300025.docx 197  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"So, these are simply for social work internships. So, specific only social work internships, which are master's level students who have completed their master's and are coming."

"Okay."

"Representative Stava-Murray to close."

"So, this is an incredibly important Bill for the school social workers in our state and for the future of school social workers in our state. And to be able to recruit and retain and implement school social workers at the rate that they're needed, we need to be finding ways to make this career more accessible to them. And this is certainly a way that will make this career more accessible to many. So, I urge an 'aye' vote. Thank you."

"No further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3798 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there 10300025.docx 198  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 are 72 voting 'yes', 40 voting 'no', and 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Moving forward to page 35 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3808, Representative Andrade. Representative Andrade. Out of the record. Continuing on page 35 of the Calendar, House Bills- Third Reading, we have House Bill 3814, Representative Harper. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Harper is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Today, I am bringing before you House Bill 3814, which requires that students absent from school because they are participating in scheduled Future Farmers of America and 4-H events shall not be marked absent. Current law permits absent students to be considered present at school for a variety of reasons and adding this as a reason to the list is consistent with these existing policies. Plus, we want to definitely support our outstanding youth that are a part of Future Farmers for America and 4-H events all across the state. I know of no opponents to this Bill, and I ask for your support."

"Seeing no debate, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3814 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby 10300025.docx 199  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 declared passed. Returning to the top of page 35, House Bills- Third Reading, we have House Bill 3808, Representative Andrade. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Andrade is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 3808 does not make any change to current state policy. It's proposed to clarify the statute and ensure the continuation of existing state policy. (Unintelligible) should never intended to authorize the collection of franchise fees from streaming services. This Bill is a consumer protection Bill. It prevents from municipalities to charge tax on streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, ESPN, and we just want to make sure that we keep our citizens' money in their pocket and not overreaching government. Thank you."

Speaker Evans: "Any discussion? Representative Weber is recognized."

"He indicates he will."

"That is correct."

"Thank you." 10300025.docx 200  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Andrade to close."

"I respectfully ask for an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3808 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 108 voting 'yes', 1 voting 'no', and 0… and 2 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down page 35 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3856, Representative Davis. Will Davis. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Will Davis is recognized." Davis, W.: "Excuse me. Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker, Ladies and Gentlemen of the House. House Bill 3856 is an initiative of the Budgeting for Results Commission, a commission that I sit on and have done so for many years. These are a series of Bills in which we asked for state agencies to tell us, in their own statutes, things that are… outlived their usefulness, funds that were put there that were never funded, or funds that were put there, the money was used and never been replenished. So, we do funds cleanups, we do mandates cleanups, if you will. So, this is the first of four Bills that we'll be able to pass tonight that acknowledges that work. This one is the first one. This is the annual funds cleanup Bill for BFR. The aim is to make needed technical 10300025.docx 201  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 changes and to repeal funds that have completed the mission. With the fund cleanup, BFR seeks more efficient mechanisms to move money within the State Treasury by transferring the function of one fund to a more efficient fund as well. Be more than happy to answer any questions."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3856 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 111 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Continuing down page 35 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3857, Representative Will Davis. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Will Davis is recognized." Davis, W.: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Members of the House. This is the second of the series of four Bills from the BFR… BFR Commission. This particular Bill is an initiative, again, of BFR. The Bill updates and clarifies the statute of BFR of the state budget law in the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois. However, the Bill does not update… does not update nor fundamentally change or expand the current duties of the current commission."

"Seeing no further discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3857 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; 10300025.docx 202  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 all those 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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. On page 35 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3902, Representative Will Davis. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Will Davis is recognized." Davis, W.: "Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. This is Bill number three out of four. This Bill contains items that were part of the BFR Commission's 2021 annual report, recommendations for repeal or modification of statutory mandates that were out of date or unduly burdensome. We were not able to process that Bill through at the time. So, this is the Bill that brings those efforts to be passed at this time. Be more than happy to answer any questions."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3902 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 112 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. On page 35 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3903, Representative Will Davis. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill." 10300025.docx 203  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Davis is recognized." Davis, W.: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker and Members of the House. House Bill 3903, which also included an Amendment, contains items from the BFR Commission's 2022 annual report, recommendations for repeal or modification of statutory mandates that are out of date or unduly burdensome to state operations. These are items that are submitted by state agencies and reviewed by the commission in connection with the staff from each of the four caucuses. Legislation repeals or modifies 28 items that have resulted in audit findings and inefficient operations. I will answer any questions."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3903 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. On page 35 of the Calendar, House Bills-Third Reading, we have House Bill 3940, Representative Guerrero-Cuellar. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Guerrero-Cuellar is recognized."

"Thank you, Chair. This is House Bill 3940, and what it does is it extends the date of which municipalities may not impose and collect a surcharge per commercial mobile 10300025.docx 204  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 radio service connections in-service telephone numbers billed on a monthly basis that is above the 5 to 250 dollar mark for network connection. It also provides that a private residential switch of MTLS 9-1-1 service must provide a street address of the caller instead of a dispatch location. It passed unanimously out of committee, and I encourage an 'aye' vote."

"Seeing no discussion, the question is, 'Shall House Bill 3940 pass?' All those in favor vote 'aye'; all those 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 question, there are 113 voting 'yes', 0 voting 'no', 0 voting 'present'. And this Bill, having received the Constitutional Majority, is hereby declared passed. Attention, Members. We'll be going to Second Reading. We're going to be going out of order. I'll let you know the page number. On page #11, under Second Reading, we have House Bill 2396, Representative Canty. Representative Canty. Out of the record. Remaining on page 11 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2442, Representative Guerrero-Cuellar. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

Speaker Evans: "Representative Guerrero-Cuellar on the Amendment." 10300025.docx 205  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Thank you, Speaker. The Amendment was to remove opposition."

Speaker Evans: "Representative Guerrero-Cuellar moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those 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. Continuing on page 11 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2474, Representative Ness. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

Speaker Evans: "Representative Ness, please speak on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Speaker. The Bill cleans up a little bit of language and adds a sunset. It removed opposition, and I'm… ask to move it forward."

"Representative Ness moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Remaining on page 11 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2396, Representative Canty. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Canty on the Amendment."

"Thank you so much, Mr. Speaker. This is essentially a gut and replace that lays out a four-year pathway, up to six-year pathway, to implement full-day kindergarten across the State of Illinois."

"Representative Canty moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 12 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2569, Representative Ness. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Ness on the Amendment." 10300025.docx 207  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Thank you, Speaker. The Amendment adds some reporting to it and just clarifies a little more of the meaning of compost."

"Representative Ness moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Staying on page 12 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2624, Representative Syed. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Please speak to the Amendment."

"This Amendment is just a technical change based off feedback we received in the committee."

"Representative Syed moves adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 13 of the Calendar, House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2776, Representative Huynh. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

Speaker Evans: "Representative Huynh, please speak to the Amendment."

"Hey, everyone. Yeah, so this Amendment is a technical change to make sure that there is disclosures for lead pipe for consumers. And it’s going to be provided by the public utilities company or the municipalities. It's a very short Amendment. Thank you."

"Representative Huynh moves adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Remaining on page 13 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2820, Leader Flowers. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Flowers on the Amendment."

"Speaker, can you come back in 10 minutes, please? Thank you."

"Yeah. Out of the record. Moving on to page 14 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3017, Representative Yednock. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill." 10300025.docx 209  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Yednock on the… on the Amendment."

"Thank you. House Floor… thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Floor Amendment #1 just fixes a few language issues and adds a Section to it which defines what a covered project is."

"Representative Yednock moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 16 of the Calendar, House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3135, Representative Ann Williams. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Ann Williams on the Amendment." Williams, A.: "Thank you so much, Mr. Speaker. This Amendment simply adds that the Attorney General, in addition to the Department of Human Rights, may intervene in actions filed in state or federal court if the department certifies the case as a general public concern."

"Representative Williams moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those 10300025.docx 210  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk.

"Third Reading. Returning to page 11 in the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2485, Leader Hoffman. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Hoffman is recognized."

"Yes. Thank you. This is… this is an Amendment that we… it was approved for adoption today in the Labor Committee. What it does is it ensures that CDB does the work on these audits."

"Leader Hoffman moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 17 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3342, Leader Burke. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 22 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3811, Leader Burke. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Third Reading. And on page 8 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2057, Leader Burke. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Leader Burke on the Amendment."

"Thank you. Floor Amendment #2 to House Bill 2057 simply adds the Chicago Park District to the provisions of the Bill. It was originally brought by the Laborers' Pension Board, the Laborers' Retirement Board, Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago, and it pertains to that entity. And the Amendment then also makes the provisions pertain to the Chicago Park District. I ask for the adoption of House Floor Amendment #2."

"Leader Burke moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving back to page 16 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3277, Representative Frese. Randy Frese. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

Speaker Evans: "Representative Frese, please speak to the Amendment."

"Representative Randy Frese moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 18 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3413, Representative Walker. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Walker is recognized." 10300025.docx 213  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Floor Amendment 2 has further definitions and processes for this Bill that is about reburial of Native American remains."

"Representative Walker moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Representative Walker on the Amendment."

"Floor Amendment 3 is further technical corrections."

"Representative Walker moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #3. All those in favor say 'aye'; those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 19 on the Calendar, under House Bills Second Reading, we have House Bill 3523, Representative Yang Rohr. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Yang Rohr is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Floor Amendment 1 becomes the Bill and it clears up ambiguities in the requirements for treasurers surety bonds for school districts. I ask for its…" 10300025.docx 214  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Yang Rohr moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Remaining on page 19 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3566, Representative Mason. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Mason on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Amendment 1 passed unanimously in committee and adds an additional safeguard by requiring the rule to ensure an assistant teacher not be able to lead a classroom for the majority of the day. It brings one neutral group, Start Early, to proponent."

"Representative Mason moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving back to page 16 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3206, Leader McCombie. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill." 10300025.docx 215  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Leader McCombie is recognized."

"Leader McCombie moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 19 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3570, Representative Faver Dias. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Faver Dias is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill Amendment 1 to HB3570 simply lays out the criteria that teachers must meet in order to be considered a part of the teacher mentor program."

"Representative Faver Dias moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those 10300025.docx 216  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 20 on the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3590, Representative Weaver. Representative Weaver. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Would you like to adopt the Amendment?"

"Please speak to the Amendment."

"Representative Weaver moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

Speaker Evans: "Third Reading. Returning to page 8 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House 10300025.docx 217  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Bill 30… excuse me, 2043, Leader Hoffman. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Third Reading. On page 6 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 1399, Leader Manley. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Manley on the Amendment. Please speak to the Amendment."

"Give me one second here. The Floor Amendment for… Floor Amendment 1 for House Bill 1399 becomes the Bill. I'd like to adopt the Amendment and debate it on Third."

"Leader Manley moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 21 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3710, Representative Collins. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill." 10300025.docx 218  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

Speaker Evans: "Representative Collins, please explain the Amendment."

"Yes, it's just a few technical changes and recommendations from the committee."

"Representative Collins moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. On page 5 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 1268, Representative Collins. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Collins on the Amendment."

"Yes, this is just another technical change to ensure that there are some safeguards in place. Would you like me to elaborate more?"

"Representative Collins moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' 10300025.docx 219  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 21 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3747, Leader Manley. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Manley on the Amendment."

"Mr. Speaker, House Bill 3747, Amendment 1 is a gut and replace, becomes the Bill. I'd like to adopt the Amendment and debate it on Third."

"Leader Manley moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 22 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3822, Representative Rashid. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Rashid on the Amendment." 10300025.docx 220  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Amendment simply moves the report in the Bill from the Illinois State Board of Education to the Bilingual Council… to the Council on Bilingual Education. Thank you."

"Representative Rashid moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all the 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. Remaining on page 22 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3882, Representative Barbara Hernandez. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Hernandez on the Amendment." Hernandez, B.: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Amendment removes opposition from the Secretary of State."

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

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 23 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House 10300025.docx 221  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Bill 3924, Representative Yang Rohr. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Yang Rohr on the Amendment."

"Floor Amendment 2 becomes the Bill and requires the teaching of the dangers of fentanyl in high school health class."

"Representative Yang Rohr moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving back to page 8 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2072, Representative Gong-Gershowitz. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Please speak to the Amendment."

"Mr. Speaker, I… House Floor Amendment 3 is an agreed Amendment that removes opposition and adopts (unintelligible) standards, and I'd move for its adoption." 10300025.docx 222  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Gong-Gershowitz moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #3. All those in favor say 'aye'; those 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. Moving forward to page 10 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2258, Representative Swanson. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Swanson on the Amendment."

"Representative Swanson moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 13 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2782, Representative Ann Williams. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill." 10300025.docx 223  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Williams on the Amendment." Williams, A.: "Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This removes the requirement for annual disclosures and clarifies language regarding said disclosures. It addresses concerns raised by ISBE, SERS, JPMorgan Chase, and the Illinois Bankers Association."

"Representative Ann Williams moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 14 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2995, Representative Jed Davis. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Please speak to the Amendment, Representative Davis." Davis, J.: "Yeah, thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Amendment is an easy change. It just changes the duration from 24 hours to 21 days." 10300025.docx 224  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Jed Davis moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving back to page 11 on the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2437, Representative Lilly. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Lilly on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Floor Amendment 1 is a line change. It changes the deadline date from July 1, 2022 to July 1, 2024. I ask to discuss on Third Reading."

"Representative Lilly moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 16 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3202, Representative Sanalitro. Sanalitro. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill." 10300025.docx 225  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Sanalitro on the Amendment."

"Representative Sanalitro moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. The Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 19 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3525… excuse me, 26, Representative Swanson. 3526. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Swanson moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Remaining on page 19 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3556, Representative Harper. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Harper on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This Bill is a work in progress, as we do still have much more work to do in the Senate. But what the Amendment does is it takes away the Department of Agriculture's land sale program and it replaces it with a farmland conservancy program, as part of the Black Farmer Restoration Act."

"Representative Harper moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' 10300025.docx 227  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 20 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3642, Representative Faver Dias. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Faver Dias is recognized on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Amendment 1 for House Bill 3642 makes it crystal clear that open space can be leased to farmers for agricultural purposes."

"Representative Faver Dias moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Remaining on page 20 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3677, Representative Benton. Mr. Clerk, pleaseread the Bill."

"Representative Benton on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Amendment was agreed upon language with DNR to change the terms from five years to three years. The agreed upon language… what this would do is ensures that there's no net loss for funding for the Bill and then also creates a half-rate for veterans and seniors."

"Representative Benton moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 21 on the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3707, Representative Meyers-Martin. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Please speak to the Amendment, Representative."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This Amendment is language provided by the Illinois Commerce Commission to publish only complaints that have been founded against tow truck relocator complaints."

"Representative Meyers-Martin moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those 10300025.docx 229  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 22 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 3849, Representative Nichols. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Please speak to the Amendment."

"Yeah, it's just a technical change for correcting the spelling on a couple words in the Bill."

"Representative Nichols moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving backwards to page 4 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 1123, Representative Costa Howard. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Costa Howard to the Amendment."

"Thank you. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Amendment actually adds additional information regarding a student's IEP, or Individual Educational Plan, and that… regarding their graduation requirements. I will debate the floor and ask… I ask to adopt the Amendment and debate it on Third Reading."

"Representative Costa Howard moves for the… moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Continuing on page 4 on the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 1156, Representative Meier. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Meier on the Amendment."

"Representative Meier moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 5 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 1363, Representative Guzzardi. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Guzzardi on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Amendment #2 removes the opposition of various parties and brings the Bill to an agreement. I would ask the Body's adoption."

"Representative Guzzardi moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 6 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 1561, Representative Lilly. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill."

"Representative Lilly on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. House Bill 1561 removes opposition, and it basically changes the language to make 10300025.docx 232  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 sure that the section has the school districts immune from civil liabilities."

"Representative Lilly moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all the opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 7 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 1633, Representative West. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative West to the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Floor Amendment for House Bill 1633 is agreed upon language between my Native American working group and the Illinois State Board of Education."

"Representative West moves for the Amendment… moves for adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all the opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving forward to page 8 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2077, Representative Vella. Mr. Clerk, read the Bill." 10300025.docx 233  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Representative Vella's recognized."

"Thank you, Speaker. Amendment #2 accomplishes the following, makes some cleanup changes and takes off any opposition."

"Representative Vella moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #2. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. Moving to page 13 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 2820, Leader Flowers. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Flowers is recognized."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, can you tell me if Amendment #1 has been tabled?"

"Mr. Clerk, what is the status of Amendment #1?"

"I would like to withdraw Amendment #1." 10300025.docx 234  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023

"Mr. Clerk, please withdraw Amendment #1. Mr. Clerk, any further Amendments?"

"Would you like to move the Bill to Third Reading as is?"

"You going to move it to Third? Yeah."

"Mr. Clerk, please… Third Reading. Moving back to page 3 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 679, Representative Hanson. Representative Hanson. Out of the record. Moving forward to page 6 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 13… moving back on page 2 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 297, Representative Will Davis. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Will Davis to the Amendment." Davis, W.: "Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. The Amendment becomes the Bill, and essentially it creates parity between public employee… and public employees who do not have the right to strike and it creates parity between… with them, with educational employees who do not have the right to strike and gives educational employees the right to interest arbitration, since they are not allowed to strike. It allows interest arbitration to address issues that they may have."

"Representative Will Davis moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those 10300025.docx 235  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

Speaker Evans: "Third Reading. Remaining on page 2 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 342, Representative Ammons. Representative Ammons. Out of the record. Moving forward to page 3 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 779, Leader Smith. Leader Smith. Out of the record. Remaining on page 3 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 780, Leader Manley. Leader Manley. House Bill 780. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Manley on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I'd like to adopt Floor Amendment 1 to House Bill 780. It's… thank you. It's a gut and replace, and I'll debate the Bill on Third Reading."

Speaker Evans: "Leader Manley moves the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

Speaker Evans: "Third Reading. Remaining on page 3 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House 10300025.docx 236  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 Bill 878, Representative Mason. Mr. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Representative Mason on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Amendment becomes the Bill. It allows fire stations with exits onto major roads within a thousand feet to place specialized traffic lights. Safer for our first responders. Ask for your support."

"Representative Mason moves for the adoption of Floor Amendment #1. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the Amendment is adopted. Any further Amendments, Mr. Clerk?"

"Third Reading. On page 4 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 1123, Representative Costa Howard. Representative Costa Howard. Please read the Bill. Out of the record. Representative Ann Williams is recognized." Williams, A.: "Point of personal privilege."

"Please speak your point." Williams, A.: "Today's Women's History moment is regarding former Illinois Senator Penny Lee Severns. Energetic, charismatic, a person of great integrity, a rising star. These are just a few words I heard used to describe Penny Severns, who was an Illinois State Senator from Decatur, Illinois from 1986 until 10300025.docx 237  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 her tragic death from breast cancer at age 46. Her start in politics came at a young age, when, at 20 years old, she was elected as an alternate delegate at the 1972 Democratic National Convention, the youngest ever at the time. She also won a seat on the Decatur City Council in 1983, receiving the most votes in history. A champion of working families, a natural, the real deal, Penny was a populist and a progressive before the term was widely used, yet she was beloved by the mostly blue-collar, working-class community of Decatur. A political force to be reckoned with, she ran for the Senate in 1994 and beat a Republican incumbent handily. She was a woman of the people. When one of her public… political opponents hosted an ostentatious $50 a plate fundraising dinner, she responded by hosting a 50-cent dinner with chicken sandwiches and chips. But her supporters loved it, and they loved her. Tough, driven, outspoken, sometimes controversial. While serving in the Senate, Penny continued to make history. She held the position of Minority Caucus Whip and was the first woman to serve as a chief budget negotiator in the Senate. Determined, a fighter, a fierce competitor. In 1994, Penny marked another first. She was the party's nominee for Lieutenant Governor, which was the first and only time there were two women at the top of the ticket in Illinois. Her next move, to run for Secretary of State, was abruptly curtailed when her cancer returned with a vengeance. She passed away far too soon in 1998. So, I never met Penny, but I feel like I did because this is not the first time I have mentioned her name on the House Floor. The first time I did was to tell a love story during the marriage equality debate about a great, 10300025.docx 238  STATE OF ILLINOIS 103rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSCRIPTION DEBATE 25th Legislative Day 3/22/2023 but hidden, love between Penny and her then partner, and my dear friend, Terry Mutchler. In fact, my friend Terry wrote a book about their story called Under This Beautiful Dome. It's a story about love and politics and healing. A story that has become part of the rich tapestry of this amazing woman's life. After Penny died, her brother, who is a firefighter in Decatur, was stopped in a grocery store wearing a jacket with her last name on it. The woman came up to… a woman came up to him and said, 'Are you related to Penny Severns, the Senator?' He said, 'Yeah, I was.' And she told the story of how years ago she was in line at the pharmacy, didn't have enough money to pay her prescription. Penny reached into her purse, paid, but never told a soul. Stories like this were not uncommon. That is a real legacy. One of a kind, a loyal friend, one of the loveliest people that ever walked. Penny has been described as one of a kind by so many people. Her life was tragically short but packed with a commitment to service and a passion for life that we can only hope to achieve. She is an example for all of us as to what it means to truly serve. Thank you."

"Representative Bunting is recognized."

"Please speak your point."

"Returning to page 3 of the Calendar, under House Bills-Second Reading, we have House Bill 779, Leader Smith. Clerk, please read the Bill."

"Leader Smith on the Amendment."

"Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Amendment becomes the Bill."

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

"Third Reading. Representative Severin, for what reason do you seek recognition?"

"Please speak your point."

"Mr. Clerk, Agreed Resolutions."

"Leader Gabel moves for the adoption of Agreed Resolution. All those in favor say 'aye'; all those 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 Gabel moves that the House stand adjourned until Thursday, March 23, at the hour of noon. All those in favor say 'aye'; all the opposed say 'nay'. In the opinion of the Chair, the 'ayes' have it. And the House stands adjourned."