Environment

signed · Illinois · House Aug 7, 2026

HB 5309: WILDLIFE CD-MUTE SWAN

HB 5309 amends Illinois' Wildlife Code to explicitly exclude mute swans (Cygnus olor) from the category of "migratory game birds" that receive legal protection under the law. This change means mute swans will no longer be covered by regulations that protect migratory waterfowl like ducks and geese, altering how they are managed under state wildlife law. The bill directly affects wildlife management practices and hunting regulations for mute swans in Illinois, removing their previous protected status. This is a technical classification change in the law, not a new hunting season or policy. The bill specifies the exclusion in Section 2.2 of the Wildlife Code.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRemoves legal protection for mute swans under Wildlife Code, weakening species conservation regulations by excluding them from migratory bird protections.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Environment

signed · Illinois · House Aug 7, 2026

HB 4418: EPA-STORMWATER-PLASTIC PELLET

Amends the Environmental Protection Act. Provides that one year after the effective date of the amendatory Act, the Agency shall develop and begin implementation of requirements for a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan or other similar best management practice requirements, to be included in National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued to facilities regulated under certain federal regulations. Provides that these requirements apply to the control of plastic pellets or other preproduction plastic materials, in stormwater runoff from these facilities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates new stormwater pollution prevention plans targeting plastic pellets, strengthening pollution control under NPDES permits per EPA requirements.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

signed · Illinois · House Jul 31, 2026

HB 4829: EPA-REPEAL ENVIR LAB CERT COMM

Amends the Environmental Protection Act. In provisions regarding environmental laboratory certification assessment, repeals provisions establishing the Environmental Laboratory Certification Committee and deletes references to the Committee.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals Environmental Laboratory Certification Committee, removing oversight mechanism for environmental lab standards, indicating deregulation of environmental protections.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Environment

passed both · Illinois · Senate Jul 2, 2026

SB 3229: EPA-REPEAL ENVIR LAB CERT COMM

Amends the Environmental Protection Act. In provisions regarding environmental laboratory certification assessment, repeals provisions establishing the Environmental Laboratory Certification Committee and deletes references to the Committee.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepealing the Environmental Laboratory Certification Committee removes oversight for environmental testing, weakening regulatory standards under the Environmental Protection Act.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed · Illinois · Senate Jun 2, 2026

SB 1531: DISPOSABLE FOOD CONTAINER ACT

Creates the Disposable Food Service Container Act. Provides that, beginning January 1, 2030, a person may not sell or distribute in this State a disposable food service container that is composed in whole or in part of polystyrene foam. Specifies that the prohibition does not apply to any activity authorized under an ordinance or resolution adopted by a unit of local government on or before January 1, 2024 or with respect to sales made to a unit of local government for use by the unit of local government for its internal operations. Sets forth penalties for violations of the Act. Limits home rule powers. Effective immediately.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans polystyrene foam containers (a persistent pollutant) to reduce plastic waste and protect environment, aligning with pollution control goals.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed · Illinois · Senate Dec 16, 2025

SB 1698: LAND TRANSFER-WILL COUNTY

Authorizes the Director of Central Management Services to execute and deliver a quit claim deed for specified real property in Will County to the Forest Preserve District of Will County upon the payment of $1, subject to specified conditions. Effective immediately.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTransfers land to Forest Preserve District, which manages conservation lands, advancing environmental protection through land preservation85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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