SB0813 is a very narrow technical bill that amends the Illinois Legislative Accessibility Act. The bill’s text indicates it changes Section 1, which is the short-title provision, and does not appear to make any substantive policy changes to the underlying law. In practical terms, the measure is a housekeeping or drafting correction intended to clarify or update the statute’s introductory language rather than alter rights, duties, or program requirements.
Because the bill only addresses the short title, its effect on state law is limited to the organization and wording of 25 ILCS 175/1. It does not create new obligations for state agencies, the General Assembly, or the public, and it does not change the accessibility requirements established by the Legislative Accessibility Act. The bill is best understood as a technical revision to maintain statutory accuracy and consistency.
Impact
The bill would amend the Legislative Accessibility Act, specifically the section governing the act’s short title, in 25 ILCS 175/1. Its legal impact is minimal and procedural: it updates or corrects statutory language without changing the substance of the accessibility law or the parties affected by it. No new enforcement mechanisms, funding provisions, or regulatory requirements are added.
Sentiment
There is no recorded committee discussion or vote history in the provided materials, so there is no evidence of controversy or opposition. The bill’s caption and text suggest it is a routine technical measure, which typically draws little debate because it does not alter policy. Overall, the available context points to a neutral or uncontentious reception.
Contention
No specific points of contention are identified in the available record. Since SB0813 appears to be a technical amendment limited to the short-title section of the Legislative Accessibility Act, there are no apparent stakeholders with competing policy interests, and no committee testimony or votes are provided to indicate disagreement.