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SB 3150

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Patrick Joyce

SB 3150 expands and standardizes grants to improve interoperable public safety communications and emergency preparedness, prioritizing underserved areas.

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Bill Summary · SB 3150

Overview

SB 3150, introduced in the 104th Illinois General Assembly, amends the Illinois Emergency Management Agency Act to expand and standardize grant programs related to public safety, emergency preparedness, and interoperable communications. The bill aims to promote public safety, strengthen emergency management capabilities, and support targeted security and interoperability initiatives.

Main purpose and intent

  • Enhance funding mechanisms via grants for public safety radio interoperability and other emergency management activities.
  • Ensure grant eligibility and awarding prioritize needs in areas with limited or no land mobile radio interoperability.
  • Align grant eligibility with recognized national standards and best practices (P25 CAP-verified technology and SAFECOM guidance).

Key provisions and changes

  • Grant authority for public safety radio interoperability (new subsection k-5):

    • Grants may be awarded to promote interoperable public safety radio systems.
    • Use of funds must comply with standards set by the Illinois Statewide Interoperability Executive Committee under Section 10 of the Illinois State Police Radio Act.
    • Rules to implement these grants may be adopted as needed.
    • Priority for grant awards goes to public safety agencies in counties with populations under 75,000 that lack land mobile radio interoperability.
    • Eligibility limited to agencies using P25 CAP-verified technology and adhering to the current SAFECOM Guidance on Emergency Communications Grants per CISA.

  • Broader grant and program authorities (existing framework retained and clarified):

    • Grants may be made to higher education institutions, public K-12 districts, regional centers, and other eligible entities for safety and security improvements (funded from Build Illinois Bond Fund).
    • New and existing grant programs may fund mass casualty readiness, patient safety enhancements, and related security upgrades at hospitals (subject to specific grant caps and cost-sharing requirements).
    • Community outreach, disaster preparedness, and emergency planning enhancements remain supported, with rules for application processes, funding cycles, and reporting.

  • Additional grant programs and security improvements (subsection g-5):

    • Not-for-profit organizations with high terrorism risk may receive grants for security improvements aligned with the federal Nonprofit Security Grant Program.
    • Applicants must document threats, vulnerabilities, and integration with state/local preparedness efforts.
    • Clear application, review, and funding procedures, including working capital advances and reimbursement mechanisms.

  • Administrative and funding mechanics:

    • Various sections authorize administrative costs, training, and required reporting.
    • Funding is subject to appropriation from specified funds (Emergency Planning and Training Fund, Disaster Response and Recovery Fund, etc.).
    • Agency rules and procedures must follow the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act.

Who/what is affected

  • Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and Office of Homeland Security (OHS) administering and coordinating grants.
  • Public safety agencies in jurisdictions lacking interoperability, especially in smaller counties (<75,000 population).
  • Public safety radio users (agencies) adopting P25 CAP-verified technology.
  • Higher education institutions, public K-12 districts, regional vocational centers, interstate cooperatives, and nonpublic K-12 schools for safety and security improvements.
  • Not-for-profit organizations at higher risk of threats/terrorism for targeted security enhancements.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • The bill establishes grant eligibility and prioritization rules, with implementation via agency rules.
  • Application cycles: minimum 45-day application window in the first cycle each fiscal year, with potential additional cycles as funds permit.
  • Annual salary provisions for IEMA leadership are updated to reflect current comp and COLA adjustments (distinct from grant provisions).
  • Rulemaking: IEMA may adopt rules to implement several provisions; all guidance and funding opportunities must be publicly posted and communicated to state offices.

Overall, SB 3150 formalizes and expands grant-based support for interoperability, emergency preparedness, and security improvements, with emphasis on underserved areas, adherence to national standards, and transparent administration.

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

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