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HB 1044

CD CORR DNA SAMPLE

104th Regular Session Introduced by John Cabello

Illinois bill modifying DNA sampling procedures in corrections system; specific scope and requirements unclear pending committee review.

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Bill Summary · HB 1044

Legislative bill overview

HB 1044 appears to address DNA sampling procedures related to corrections (CD CORR) in Illinois, though the exact provisions are not detailed in the available information. The bill was prefiled in December 2024 and received its first reading in January 2025 before being referred to the Rules Committee.

Why is this important

DNA databases are significant tools in criminal justice, affecting both public safety and individual privacy rights. Changes to DNA sampling policies in corrections could impact how law enforcement uses genetic information, potentially expanding or restricting when samples are collected from incarcerated individuals or those in the correctional system.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and bodily autonomy concerns: Mandatory DNA collection raises Fourth Amendment questions about consent and intrusive searches, particularly for individuals not convicted of crimes
  • Database accuracy and misuse: Expansion of DNA databases creates risks of false matches, unauthorized access, or use of genetic information beyond criminal justice purposes
  • Scope of applicability: Unclear whether the bill applies to all corrections populations (convicted, detained, accused) and whether it creates new collection requirements or modifies existing ones

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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