HB5413 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

WORK COMP-FIRST RESPONDERS
Last Action
2/13/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Michael J. Kelly
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
820 ILCS 305/8  from Ch. 48, par. 138.8
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Workers' Compensation Act. Provides that an employee who is employed as a first responder and who suffers a serious bodily injury in the course of that employment shall be presumed to be entitled to permanent total disability benefits. Provides that the Workers' Compensation Commission shall accelerate any dispute regarding an employee's continuing entitlement to benefits under the provision.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/06/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Michael J. Kelly
2/13/2026HouseFirst Reading
2/13/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee