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HB 1030

CRIM CD-AGG BAT-HLTH CARE WK

104th Regular Session Introduced by John Cabello and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois bill establishing enhanced criminal penalties for aggravated battery committed against healthcare workers during employment.

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie
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Bill Summary · HB 1030

Legislative bill overview

HB 1030 proposes to create or enhance criminal penalties for aggravated battery committed against healthcare workers in Illinois. The bill targets violent acts directed at medical professionals and support staff during the course of their duties, establishing this as a distinct criminal offense category.

Why is this important

Healthcare workers nationwide have experienced rising rates of violence and assault on the job, affecting workplace safety and potentially impacting healthcare delivery. Establishing specific criminal statutes for assaults on healthcare workers signals legal protection for these essential workers and may provide stronger deterrents or enhanced penalties compared to general assault statutes.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope definition: Questions about which workers qualify as "healthcare workers"—does this include only physicians and nurses, or also administrative, custodial, and security staff?
  • Penalty proportionality: Debate over whether healthcare worker assault warrants distinct penalties versus existing aggravated battery laws, and whether this creates a two-tiered justice system
  • Enforcement challenges: Concerns about practical implementation, burden on prosecutors, and whether enhanced penalties actually reduce workplace violence or simply increase caseload

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

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