Bill
HB 3050
The bill creates strict safety and operation requirements for cold spas, including temperature, staffing, signage, monitoring, and entry restrictions, alongside extending construct
Status and timeline
- Public Act 104‑0269; Governor approved August 15, 2025; effective January 1, 2026.
- Introduced February 19, 2025. Passed both chambers with Senate Floor Amendments; primary sponsors Rep. Anthony DeLuca and Sen. Michael E. Hastings; Rep. Fred Crespo added as chief co‑sponsor.
Purpose
- Amend the Swimming Facility Act (210 ILCS 125) to (1) add definitions and regulatory provisions for "cold spas" and "cold water," and (2) extend the permit validity period for construction/major alteration of swimming facilities.
Key provisions
- New definitions (added Sections 3.25 and 3.26):
- "Cold spa": a basin of cold water maintained at cold temperature. Portable or manufactured cold spas are covered only if they comply with the Act.
- "Cold water": defined as water maintained between 40°F and 60°F.
- Operation requirements for cold spas (new Section 21.2):
- Licensees may lawfully operate cold spas only if they comply with the Act and Department rules.
- Required posted signage (conspicuous and readable before entry) warning of risks and containing recommended guidelines, including:
- Patrons should notify staff before use;
- Operating temperature (not less than 40°F);
- Recommended duration of use;
- Possible impact on clear thinking and restriction of normal physical activity;
- Possible discomfort or pain during rewarming.
- Prohibit use by children under 14.
- At least one on‑site employee during business hours trained to recognize hypothermia symptoms and certified in first aid and basic CPR.
- Maintain at least one hypothermia thermometer or electronic thermometer on premises to aid diagnosis.
- Non‑slip deck or mat at cold spa entrances/exits.
- A clock or timer installed in a conspicuous location viewable from anywhere in the cold spa.
- Water must either be continuously filtered/sanitized or drained and replaced with sanitized water between each use.
- The Department may adopt implementing rules.
- Permit change (amendment to Section 5):
- Construction/major alteration permits for swimming facilities are valid for 2 years from issuance (changed from 1 year). Permits may be reissued upon application and payment of the required fee.
Who is affected
- Operators and licensees of facilities that install or operate cold spas (e.g., wellness centers, gyms, spas, aquatic centers).
- Facilities that construct or make major alterations to swimming facilities (permit validity and renewal procedures).
- Consumers (patrons) of cold spa services — safety protections and age restriction apply.
Potential impacts
- Safety: introduces specific consumer protections and operational standards intended to reduce hypothermia and other cold‑exposure risks.
- Compliance costs: operators may need to invest in signage, thermometers, timers/clocks, non‑slip surfaces, staff training and CPR certification, water treatment equipment or additional water replacement procedures.
- Administrative: longer permit validity (2 years) may reduce renewal frequency and administrative burden for facility construction/major alteration projects.
- Regulatory: Department rulemaking authority may produce additional technical requirements.
Relevant citations
- Amends Swimming Facility Act (210 ILCS 125), adding Sections 3.25, 3.26, and 21.2; modifies Sections 3 and 5. Effective January 1, 2026.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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