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SB 2265

EVICTION OF MINORS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Javier Cervantes and 6 co-sponsors

Illinois bill restricts eviction of minors from residential properties to protect housing stability for vulnerable youth and reduce child homelessness.

Senate Committee Amendment No. 1 Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 2265

Legislative bill overview

SB 2265 would restrict the eviction of minors from residential properties in Illinois, likely by prohibiting or limiting grounds for eviction when the tenant is under 18 years old or by requiring additional protections in eviction proceedings involving minors. The bill has undergone committee reassignments and amendments, indicating ongoing refinement of its specific provisions.

Why is this important

Housing instability disproportionately affects minors and can have severe consequences for educational attainment, health outcomes, and long-term economic mobility. Eviction of minors raises questions about child welfare, family court involvement, and the state's obligation to protect vulnerable youth from homelessness.

Potential points of contention

  • Property rights vs. tenant protections: Landlords may argue the bill infringes on their property rights and ability to enforce lease agreements or collect unpaid rent
  • Scope ambiguity: Unclear whether protections apply when a minor is the named leaseholder versus a dependent living with an adult tenant, and how this intersects with parental custody
  • Enforcement mechanisms: Questions about which agency enforces provisions and how courts should handle situations where eviction may be necessary (e.g., dangerous living conditions, criminal activity)

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

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