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HB 4297

CD CORR-FAMILY NOTIFICATION

104th Regular Session Introduced by Jed Davis and 1 co-sponsor

Bill requires Illinois correctional facilities to notify designated family members of inmate status changes and custody events through defined procedures.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 4297

Legislative bill overview

HB 4297 appears to be a bill addressing family notification procedures related to correctional (CD CORR) matters in Illinois. Based on the bill title, it likely establishes or modifies requirements for notifying family members in connection with incarceration, release, or other correctional system events. The bill is currently in early stages of the legislative process, having just completed its first reading and been referred to the Rules Committee.

Why is this important

Family notification in correctional systems affects thousands of Illinois residents annually and has practical implications for reintegration, emergency communications, and maintaining family connections during incarceration. Clear notification procedures can improve transparency, reduce administrative burden on correctional facilities, and ensure families receive timely information about their loved ones' status and custody changes.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of notification requirements: Questions about which family members must be notified, at what stages of the correctional process, and whether notification is mandatory or discretionary
  • Privacy and security concerns: Balancing family notification rights with inmate safety, witness protection needs, and personal privacy preferences
  • Implementation costs and logistics: Whether the bill places unfunded mandates on correctional facilities regarding contact information verification and multi-method notification systems

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

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