Illinois House Bill 1776: FIREFIGHTERS-NONCITIZENS

Illinois · 104th session

What it does

Amends the Illinois Municipal Code and the Fire Protection District Act. Provides that an individual who is legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law is authorized to apply for the position of firefighter, subject to all requirements and limitations, other than citizenship, to which other applicants are subject. Effective January 1, 2026.

Latest action

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Harry Benton (2025-05-28)

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