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HB 1936

ELEC CD-SPECIAL PROJECTS FUND

104th Regular Session Introduced by Maurice West

Illinois HB 1936 creates a Special Projects Fund under the State Board of Elections to provide discretionary funding for election administration initiatives, pending Rules Committee approval.

House Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 19(c) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1936

Legislative bill overview

HB 1936 establishes a Special Projects Fund within the Illinois State Board of Elections to support discretionary funding for election-related initiatives and programs. The bill has undergone multiple committee amendments and referrals, currently pending in the Rules Committee as of March 2025.

Why is this important

Election administration funding directly affects voter access, ballot security, and electoral infrastructure across Illinois counties. A dedicated special projects fund could enable rapid response to emerging election needs, though clarity on funding sources, allocation criteria, and oversight mechanisms is essential for public confidence.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source ambiguity: The bill's fiscal impact and whether it requires new appropriations or redirects existing funds remains unclear from available information
  • Discretionary spending concerns: "Special projects" language may lack sufficient specificity about how funds are allocated, raising transparency and accountability questions
  • Local vs. state control: Potential tension between state board priorities and county election officials' on-the-ground needs and autonomy

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

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