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HB 1929

HUMAN RIGHTS-PRIOR CONVICTION

104th Regular Session Introduced by Camille Lilly

Illinois bill seeking to modify how prior criminal convictions affect individuals' human rights protections and opportunities for employment, housing, and civic engagement.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1929

Legislative bill overview

HB 1929 is an Illinois bill focused on human rights protections related to prior criminal convictions. The bill has progressed through committee review with amendments and is currently in the rules review process. Specific language details are not provided in the action summary, but the title suggests it addresses how prior convictions affect individuals' rights and protections.

Why is this important

Prior conviction policies significantly impact employment, housing, education, and civic participation opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals. Such legislation can influence reentry outcomes and social reintegration for millions of people with criminal histories, making it relevant to criminal justice reform and human rights policy.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of conviction restrictions: Disagreement over which types of prior convictions should trigger limitations versus which should be fully mitigated or expunged from consideration
  • Business/employer concerns: Tension between worker protections and employer interests in background screening, particularly for sensitive industries (childcare, finance, healthcare)
  • Implementation and enforcement: Questions about how agencies would implement new standards and what compliance mechanisms exist for violations

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

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