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HB 1293

REGULATION-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Katie Stuart

Illinois HB 1293 addresses regulatory technology implementation, currently in committee review with specific provisions pending further legislative development.

Referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1293

Legislative bill overview

HB 1293 appears to be a bill addressing regulatory technology ("reg-tech") in Illinois, though specific provisions are not publicly detailed yet given its early filing stage. The bill was introduced by Rep. Katie Stuart and is currently in the Rules Committee following its first reading on January 28, 2025.

Why is this important

Regulatory technology bills typically aim to modernize how state agencies implement and enforce regulations, potentially affecting business compliance costs, government efficiency, and consumer protection standards. The impact depends entirely on whether the bill streamlines existing regulations, creates new compliance requirements, or restructures oversight mechanisms.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "regulation-tech": Unclear whether this addresses digital tools for compliance, regulatory reform, or agency modernization—each interpretation carries different stakeholder concerns
  • Business vs. consumer protection balance: Reg-tech bills often face tension between reducing compliance burdens and maintaining adequate oversight
  • Implementation costs: Modernizing regulatory systems requires funding; unclear who bears these expenses and how they're allocated

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

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