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HB 2284

CRIMINAL LAW-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie

Illinois HB 2284 addresses technology-related criminal offenses, passed committee review, and awaits Rules Committee action for potential floor consideration.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2284

Legislative bill overview

HB 2284 is an Illinois criminal law bill focused on technology-related offenses, introduced by Representative Tony McCombie. The bill has passed committee with a "Do Pass" recommendation and is currently in the Rules Committee after its third reading deadline was extended to May 31, 2025. Specific provisions are not publicly detailed in the available action history, though the title indicates it addresses criminal activity involving technology.

Why is this important

Technology-related crimes are rapidly evolving and often outpace existing legal frameworks, affecting cybersecurity, identity theft, fraud, and digital privacy. Clarifying criminal statutes around tech offenses helps law enforcement prosecute emerging crimes while providing clarity to prosecutors and courts on jurisdiction and penalties.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition scope: Determining what constitutes "tech" crimes and whether definitions are precise enough to avoid overbroad application or unintended consequences
  • Penalties and proportionality: Balancing appropriate criminal penalties for digital offenses against concerns about excessive punishment for first-time or minor violations
  • Privacy vs. prosecution: Ensuring law enforcement has tools to investigate cyber crimes while protecting legitimate user privacy and data rights

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

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