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HB 917

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Curtis Tarver and 1 co-sponsor

Illinois HB 917 modifies state government technology policy, currently in rules committee after passing executive committee with unanimous support in March 2025.

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Bill Summary · HB 917

Legislative bill overview

HB 917 is an Illinois state government technology bill sponsored by Representative Chris Welch that addresses state technology infrastructure or digital governance matters. The bill has passed executive committee review and is currently in the rules process, with its third reading deadline extended to May 31, 2025.

Why is this important

Technology bills affecting state government can impact how state agencies operate, citizen access to services, data security, IT procurement practices, and overall government efficiency. The specific real-world effects depend on whether this addresses cybersecurity standards, digital service delivery, vendor contracting, or agency modernization efforts.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available details: Without access to the bill's full text, specific areas of disagreement between legislators or stakeholders cannot be identified
  • Cost and implementation: Technology initiatives often face debate over budget allocation, timeline feasibility, and which agencies bear implementation costs
  • Scope of authority: Questions may exist about whether new technology mandates appropriately balance state control with local government or agency flexibility

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

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