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HB 1485

GOVERNMENT-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Patrick Windhorst

Illinois HB 1485 establishes government-technology provisions affecting state agency operations, though specific requirements remain under committee review.

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Bill Summary · HB 1485

Legislative bill overview

HB 1485 is an Illinois bill introduced by Rep. Patrick Windhorst that addresses government-technology interactions, though specific provisions are not yet publicly detailed in standard legislative databases. The bill was filed in late January 2025 and is currently in the Rules Committee following its first reading.

Why is this important

Government-technology legislation typically impacts how state agencies adopt digital systems, manage cybersecurity, handle data privacy, or modernize administrative operations. Depending on its specific provisions, this could affect state budget allocations, citizen access to services, or data security standards across Illinois government.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of technological mandates: Whether the bill imposes costly technology upgrades on local governments or counties without funding mechanisms
  • Data privacy and security standards: Potential disagreements over cybersecurity requirements, citizen data protection, or which agencies bear compliance costs
  • Implementation timeline and resources: Disputes over whether agencies have sufficient staff and budget to meet technology requirements or deadlines

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

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