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HB 402

CRIMINAL LAW-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Chris Welch

Illinois HB 402 modernizes criminal law provisions related to technology offenses, advancing through committee with bipartisan support pending Rules Committee approval.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 402

Legislative bill overview

HB 402 addresses criminal law provisions related to technology in Illinois. While the bill title and recent procedural actions are documented, the specific substantive provisions are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill has advanced through committee with a "Do Pass" recommendation and is currently in the Rules Committee following a deadline extension.

Why is this important

Technology-related criminal law modifications can significantly impact how Illinois prosecutes cybercrimes, digital fraud, identity theft, and other tech-enabled offenses. The bill's progression suggests legislative consensus on the need for updated criminal statutes, though the exact scope of changes remains unclear from the procedural record alone.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of technology coverage — Unclear whether the bill addresses emerging threats (AI, deepfakes, ransomware) or focuses on established digital crimes
  • Enforcement authority — May involve questions about which agencies handle tech crimes and resource allocation
  • Privacy and surveillance balance — Tech-related criminal law often raises concerns about investigative powers versus civil liberties protections

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

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