HB1903 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

HUMAN TRAFFICK-ORDER PROTECTN
Last Action

01/29/2025 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance

Synopsis As Introduced

Creates the Human Trafficking Order of Protection Act. Provides that the following persons may bring an action under the Act: (1) a person who is a victim of human trafficking regardless of the relationship between the victim and the trafficker; or (2) a person on behalf of a minor child or an adult who has been the victim of human trafficking. Establishes procedures on how to commence actions for human trafficking, including independently, in conjunction with another civil proceeding, or in conjunction with a delinquency petition or a criminal prosecution. Establishes further procedures in relation to filing fees and dismissal and consolidation. Provides that the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts may adopt rules to establish a pilot program to allow for electronic filing of petitions for temporary orders of protection and issuance of orders by audio-visual means. Establishes the applicability of the rules of civil procedure including venue, objections, and summons. Provides for specified remedies.
Actions

DateChamberAction
01/29/2025HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro
01/29/2025HouseFirst Reading
01/29/2025HouseReferred to Rules Committee
03/25/2025HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie
03/25/2025HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Dan Ugaste
03/25/2025HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Travis Weaver
03/26/2025HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin Schmidt
03/26/2025HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Joe C. Sosnowski
07/23/2025HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Jeff Keicher