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HB 4226

WORK COMP-HOSPITAL SECURITY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Anna Moeller

Illinois HB 4226 establishes new workplace security standards and workers' compensation protections for hospital employees facing workplace violence and security threats.

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Bill Summary · HB 4226

Legislative bill overview

HB 4226 addresses workplace security measures and protections for hospital employees in Illinois. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Anna Moeller, was filed in December 2025 and recently advanced through initial procedural steps. Specific provisions are not detailed in the available action record, but the title indicates it concerns workers' compensation and hospital security matters.

Why is this important

Hospital workers face elevated risks of workplace violence and security threats, which can result in injuries, trauma, and workers' compensation claims. Legislation addressing hospital security could establish new safety standards, protective equipment requirements, or workers' compensation provisions specifically tailored to healthcare workers. This directly affects workplace safety for thousands of Illinois healthcare employees and may influence healthcare operational costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Employer cost burden: New security requirements could impose significant expenses on hospitals for equipment, staffing, training, or facility modifications
  • Workers' compensation scope: Questions about which incidents qualify for coverage, wage replacement rates, or whether mental health injuries from threats are included
  • Implementation standards: Ambiguity about what specific security measures hospitals must adopt and whether one-size-fits-all rules work for different facility types and sizes

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

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