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Gov. Pritzker Signs Bills on Criminal Justice, Consumer Protection and College Savings

Press Release - Friday, June 21, 2019

Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:
 
Bill Number: HB 1613
Description: Removes the sunset on data collection of vehicular and pedestrian police stops, maintaining an important tool for police officers and the public to identify and combat racial disparities in law enforcement.
Action: Signed
Effective: Immediately
 
Bill Number: HB 2472
Description: Closes a loophole in the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act and clarifies the original intent of the Act.
Action: Signed
Effective: Immediately
 
Bill Number: HB 2837
Description: Aligns the College Savings Program with industry standards and federal requirements and clarifies language regarding administrative fees collected by the state treasurer.
Action: Signed
Effective:  Immediately
 
Bill Number: SB 1890
Description: Establishes training to identify signs of human trafficking in lodging establishments, increases financial penalties for criminals who exploit women and children, and directs more resources to law enforcement.
Action: Signed
Effective:  Immediately

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