Passed One ChamberFiled Feb 6, 2026
Sponsor: Carol Ammons (D)
Latest Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
May 22, 2026
Summary
The bill establishes the Office of Genealogical Affairs Study Committee to examine whether Illinois should create a permanent office that provides genealogical services for reparative, forensic, and administrative purposes. It directs the committee to report its findings and recommendations to the governor and General Assembly within 18 months. The measure aims to address gaps in genealogical records for historically displaced communities.
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