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HB 5041

CONVEY TAMMS CORRECTIONAL CTR

104th Regular Session Introduced by Marcus Evans

Illinois bill proposes transferring state-owned Tamms Correctional Center to another entity, raising questions about prison capacity, staff jobs, and the facility's future use.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 5041

Legislative bill overview

HB 5041 proposes to convey (transfer ownership of) the Tamms Correctional Center, a state correctional facility in Illinois, to another entity or use. The bill was introduced by Representative Marcus Evans and has progressed through initial procedural stages including referral to the Rules and Executive Committees as of March 2026.

Why is this important

The disposition of a correctional facility represents a significant decision affecting state assets, correctional capacity, and potentially the communities where the facility operates. Depending on the proposed recipient and intended use, this could impact incarceration infrastructure, state budgets, or local economic conditions in the Tamms area.

Potential points of contention

  • Correctional capacity concerns: Transferring a facility may reduce state prison capacity unless replacement facilities are planned, potentially affecting sentencing practices and inmate housing
  • Community and labor impacts: Staff employment at the facility and local economic effects from potential closure or operational changes could generate opposition from unions and affected municipalities
  • Recipient entity unclear: Without knowing who would receive the facility, stakeholders may worry about privatization, conversion to federal use, or other outcomes that could alter operations and accountability

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

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