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HB 2281

CRIMINAL LAW-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie

Illinois HB 2281 modifies criminal statutes related to technology offenses, advancing through committee with bipartisan support pending final legislative action.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2281

Legislative bill overview

HB 2281 addresses criminal law matters related to technology in Illinois, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative action summary. The bill was introduced by Rep. Tony McCombie and has progressed through committee stages with a "Do Pass" recommendation from the Executive Committee in March 2025.

Why is this important

Technology-related criminal law reforms can significantly impact how Illinois prosecutes cybercrimes, identity theft, fraud, and other digital offenses. The bill's progression suggests the legislature considers these updates timely, potentially reflecting emerging threats or gaps in current statutory frameworks.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific definitions and penalties for technology-related crimes may be debated if they create new offenses or increase existing penalties
  • Privacy advocates may raise concerns about surveillance, data collection, or law enforcement access to digital information
  • Technology industry representatives may contest provisions they view as overly broad or burdensome to legitimate business operations

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

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