WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HB 2071

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie

Illinois HB 2071 advances technology governance measures through committee with unanimous approval, though specific provisions and implementation details remain unclear from legislative record alone.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HB 2071

Legislative bill overview

HB 2071 is an Illinois state government technology bill sponsored by Tony McCombie that has advanced through committee review with a "Do Pass" recommendation. The bill has undergone second reading with short debate procedures and currently awaits further action after being re-referred to the Rules Committee as of May 31, 2025.

Why is this important

State government technology bills can affect how Illinois agencies operate, modernize infrastructure, manage cybersecurity, or allocate IT resources—directly impacting government efficiency and taxpayer spending. The specific provisions determine whether this represents infrastructure modernization, cost controls, or new regulatory frameworks for state tech systems.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public bill text availability - Without the actual bill language, substantive analysis of specific provisions, funding mechanisms, or implementation timelines cannot be assessed
  • Committee passage mechanics - The bill received unanimous committee approval (12-0-0) but was then held on calendar and re-referred, suggesting possible procedural concerns or negotiated revisions
  • Scope ambiguity - "Tech" is broad enough to encompass data privacy, AI governance, IT procurement standards, government digitalization, or cybersecurity mandates—each with different stakeholder implications

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

Sign in to ask a question.