ACCESS TO PUBLIC SERVICES Senate SponsorsSen. Rachel Ventura 1/7/2025SenateSession Sine Die New Act30 ILCS 805/8.47 newCreates the Access to Public Services for Non-English Speakers Act. Provides that a State or local department or agency shall take reasonable steps to provide equal access to public services for individuals with limited English proficiency. Includes examples of reasonable steps that shall be taken. Provides that a State or local department or agency shall adopt rules regarding the requirements within 6 months after the effective date of the Act. Provides that the Department of Human Resources, in consultation with the Office of the Attorney General, shall provide central coordination and technical assistance to departments and agencies to help them comply with the provisions. Limits the concurrent exercise of home rule powers. Amends the State Mandates Act to require implementation without reimbursement. 2/9/2023SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Rachel Ventura 2/9/2023SenateFirst Reading 2/9/2023SenateReferred to Assignments 1/7/2025SenateSession Sine Die