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SB 464

EMPLOYMENT-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Don Harmon

Illinois SB 464 regulates employment technology practices, advancing through committee with bipartisan support and currently pending assignment referral.

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 464

Legislative bill overview

SB 464 is an Illinois employment technology bill sponsored by Senator Don Harmon that has advanced through committee with unanimous approval. The bill recently passed executive committee and is currently in the assignment/referral process after being re-referred on April 11, 2025.

Why is this important

Employment technology legislation typically addresses workplace standards, worker protections, or algorithmic decision-making in hiring and management. The specific provisions would affect how employers use technology in hiring, scheduling, performance evaluation, or worker classification—impacting both workers and businesses across Illinois.

Potential points of contention

  • Algorithmic transparency and bias: If the bill regulates AI/automated hiring tools, there may be disagreement over disclosure requirements, bias testing, and compliance costs
  • Worker classification concerns: Tech-enabled gig work and contractor status often spark debate between labor advocates and platform companies
  • Business compliance burden: Employers may argue that new technology requirements increase operational costs and complexity

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

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