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HB 4023

STATE CONTRACTS-INSURRECTION

104th Regular Session Introduced by Kam Buckner

Illinois prohibits state contracts with individuals or entities involved in insurrectionary activities, screening contractors for January 6-related participation and support.

Referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 4023

Legislative bill overview

HB 4023 would prohibit the state of Illinois from entering into contracts with individuals or entities that participated in or supported insurrectionary activities. The bill establishes a mechanism for identifying and screening out contractors with connections to insurrection, potentially affecting procurement practices across state agencies.

Why is this important

This bill addresses concerns about public funds supporting individuals involved in activities deemed insurrectionary, primarily referencing the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot. It attempts to align state procurement policy with constitutional principles around insurrection while raising practical questions about how such determinations are made and enforced.

Potential points of contention

  • Definitional ambiguity: The bill requires clear legal definitions of "insurrectionary activities" and "support." Does support include financial contributions, social media posts, or attendance at events? Vague language could lead to inconsistent enforcement.
  • Due process concerns: Questions arise about how the state determines who qualifies for exclusion—will there be formal adjudication requirements, or can administrative determination suffice? This affects contractors' ability to challenge inclusion.
  • Scope and implementation: Determining participation retroactively and across thousands of potential contractors presents significant administrative and resource challenges. The bill would need detailed enforcement mechanisms.
  • Constitutional questions: First Amendment advocates may challenge whether this constitutes viewpoint-based discrimination in contracting, while supporters cite the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause as legal basis.

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

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