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SJRCA 10

CONAMEND-ARTIFICAL PERSONS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mary Edly-Allen and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois proposes constitutional amendment redefining legal rights and status of artificial persons (corporations, AI, etc.), currently in committee review.

Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen
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Bill Summary · SJRCA 10

Legislative bill overview

SJRCA 10 proposes a constitutional amendment regarding the legal status and rights of "artificial persons" (likely referring to corporations, AI entities, or other non-human legal constructs). The bill was recently filed with the Illinois Secretary of State and referred to the Assignments Committee for consideration in the Illinois legislature.

Why is this important

Constitutional amendments represent fundamental changes to state law and are exceptionally difficult to pass, requiring supermajority legislative approval and often voter ratification. This bill's treatment of artificial persons could significantly affect corporate liability, AI regulation, constitutional protections afforded to non-human entities, and the balance of power between individuals and institutions in Illinois.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "artificial persons": Unclear whether this applies only to corporations, extends to AI systems, or includes other entities—each interpretation carries vastly different legal and practical implications
  • Rights and protections: Whether artificial persons would gain, lose, or have restricted constitutional rights (free speech, due process, etc.) compared to current law, particularly affecting corporate political activity
  • Liability and accountability: How artificial persons would be held responsible for harms, and whether this creates loopholes or strengthens consumer/worker protections

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

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