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HB 2309

CIVIL LAW-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie

Illinois bill addresses civil law matters related to technology; passed Executive Committee with "Do Pass" recommendation but remains pending in Rules Committee.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2309

Legislative bill overview

HB 2309 is an Illinois bill addressing civil law matters related to technology, introduced by Representative Tony McCombie. The bill has progressed through committee review with a "Do Pass" recommendation from the Executive Committee but currently remains in the Rules Committee as of May 31, 2025, having had its third reading deadline extended.

Why is this important

Technology-related civil law updates can affect how disputes are resolved, liability is assigned, and rights are protected in digital contexts—impacting businesses, consumers, and the court system's ability to handle modern disputes. The bill's progression through committees suggests it addresses substantive policy gaps lawmakers identified as necessary for Illinois law.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and definition ambiguity: "Civil Law-Tech" is broad; stakeholders may disagree on which technology issues should be included or excluded
  • Liability and responsibility allocation: Tech-related civil law often involves disputes over who bears responsibility for damages, potentially affecting tech companies, platforms, and consumers differently
  • Implementation and enforcement: Questions may arise about whether existing courts and procedures are adequate to handle technology-specific civil disputes, or if new infrastructure is needed

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

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