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HB 897

STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

104th Regular Session Introduced by Chris Welch

Illinois HB 897 advances technology governance policy through committee process, but specific provisions unavailable for substantive public analysis.

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 897

Legislative bill overview

HB 897 is an Illinois state government technology bill sponsored by Chris Welch that has progressed through committee review with a "Do Pass" recommendation. The bill's specific provisions are not detailed in the action history provided, making full analysis of its contents impossible from the available information.

Why is this important

State technology bills typically address government IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, digital services, or technology procurement—areas affecting both operational efficiency and public access to government services. The bill's progression through multiple readings and committee referrals indicates it addresses substantive policy matters warranting legislative scrutiny.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of publicly available detail: The action history does not specify the bill's actual provisions, making it impossible to identify genuine areas of debate without accessing the full text
  • Generic category uncertainty: "State Government-Tech" encompasses vastly different policy areas (cybersecurity standards, digital equity, procurement requirements, data privacy) that would generate different controversies
  • Committee referrals: The re-referral to Rules Committee suggests either procedural complexity or possible concerns requiring additional review

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

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