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SB 842

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Don Harmon

Illinois SB 842 advances state government technology measures through committee with unanimous support but faces procedural re-referral delaying third reading passage.

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 842

Legislative bill overview

SB 842 is an Illinois state government technology bill sponsored by Don Harmon that has progressed through committee with unanimous approval. The bill has advanced through second reading and is scheduled for third reading, though recent actions indicate it was re-referred to Assignments as of April 11, 2025.

Why is this important

State government technology bills typically address infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity standards, digital service delivery, or IT governance—areas that affect how efficiently state agencies operate and serve constituents. The unanimous committee passage suggests broad legislative support for its objectives.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public bill text availability: Without access to the specific language, it's unclear what technology investments or requirements the bill mandates, making it difficult to assess fiscal impact or implementation challenges
  • Re-referral delays: The return to Assignments after calendar placement suggests potential procedural or substantive concerns that need resolution before advancement
  • Unspecified scope: "State government-tech" is broad terminology that could encompass anything from minor IT updates to significant infrastructure spending or regulatory changes with varying stakeholder implications

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

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