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HB 2027

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104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie

Illinois HB 2027 appropriates state funding to equip State's Attorney offices with upgraded technology infrastructure and prosecutorial staffing resources.

Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 2027

Legislative bill overview

HB 2027 appropriates funding to support technology infrastructure and staffing for State's Attorney prosecution offices across Illinois. The bill aims to enhance prosecutorial capacity by providing resources for prosecutors and modernizing case management systems.

Why is this important

State's Attorneys handle criminal prosecution at the county level, and outdated technology or understaffing can delay cases, affect case outcomes, and impact public safety. Better-resourced prosecution offices can improve case processing efficiency and potentially strengthen the criminal justice system's effectiveness.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost allocation: Unclear whether funding is distributed equitably across all counties or concentrated in larger jurisdictions
  • Accountability measures: No apparent performance metrics or accountability requirements tied to the technology investment
  • Budgetary priorities: Questions about whether prosecution technology upgrades take priority over other criminal justice needs like victim services or defense resources

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

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