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HB 2009

$LABOR RELATIONS BD-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie

Illinois HB 2009 modifies Labor Relations Board operations or technology infrastructure, potentially affecting how workplace disputes and union matters are processed statewide.

Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2009

Legislative bill overview

HB 2009 proposes modifications to Illinois' Labor Relations Board (LRB) procedures and possibly its technological infrastructure or operations. The bill has passed initial committee review with a "Do Pass" recommendation but remains in the procedural stages of the legislative process, having been referred back to the Rules Committee as of July 2025.

Why is this important

The Labor Relations Board oversees union certification, unfair labor practice complaints, and dispute resolution between employers and employees in Illinois. Changes to the LRB's operations or technological systems could affect how thousands of workers and employers navigate labor disputes, potentially impacting processing times, accessibility, and the cost of labor relations matters.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of technological changes: Without detailed bill text available, the specific tech upgrades or procedural changes remain unclear, making it difficult to assess whether modernization serves efficiency or potentially disadvantages certain parties (unions, small employers, workers).
  • Cost and funding implications: Infrastructure or operational overhauls require resources; disagreement may exist over whether costs should be absorbed by the state or passed to filing parties.
  • Impact on workers' rights: Labor relations modifications could subtly shift procedural advantages toward management or labor depending on implementation details.

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

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