HB3591 104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

LRB104 12174 SPS 22276 b

104TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY
State of Illinois
2025 and 2026
HB3591

Introduced 2/18/2025, by Rep. Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez

SYNOPSIS AS INTRODUCED:

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Amends the Illinois African-American Family Commission Act, the Asian American Family Commission Act, and the Illinois Latino Family Commission Act replacing current provisions in those Acts with the following: Makes a grammatical correction to the title of the Illinois African-American Family Commission Act and to other provisions of the Act, and makes conforming changes in the Violence Prevention Task Force Act, the Commission on Children and Youth Act, the Commission to Study Disproportionate Justice Impact Act, the Advisory Commission on Reducing the Disproportionate Representation of African-American Children in Foster Care Act, the Commission to End Hunger Act, the Racial and Ethnic Impact Research Task Force Act, and the Commission on Equity and Inclusion Act. Provides that each Commission shall advocate for policies, programs, and services that promote greater equity and inclusion in State government. Provides that the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives shall each appoint 3 members to each commission (with the term of a member of any of the Commissions serving on the effective date of the amendatory Act ending on the effective date of the amendatory Act), and each Commission membership shall appoint the chairperson or chairpersons. Provides that the organizational meeting of each Commission shall take place after all members are appointed but no later than 60 days after 50% or more of the members on the Commission have been appointed. Provides that the Lieutenant Governor's Office shall provide administrative support for the Commissions (rather than the Commission on Equity and Inclusion providing general oversight of the operations of the Commissions). Provides that the Lieutenant Governor's Office may receive funding through appropriations made available for use on behalf of the commissions. Provides that the Office shall expend funds set aside for the Commissions at the direction of the Commissions. Effective immediately.

A BILL FOR

AN ACT concerning State government.

Be it enacted by the People of the State of Illinois, represented in the General Assembly:

Section 5. The Illinois African-American Family Commission Act is amended by changing Sections 1, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 and by adding Section 23 as follows:

(20 ILCS 3903/1)

Sec. 1. Short title. This Act may be cited as the Illinois African American African-American Family Commission Act.

(Source: P.A. 93-867, eff. 8-5-04.)

(20 ILCS 3903/5)

Sec. 5. Legislative findings. It is the policy of this State to promote family preservation and to preserve and strengthen families.

(a) Over 12 million people live in Illinois. African Americans African-Americans represent 15% of the population and 26% of the residents living in Cook County. Despite some progress over the last few decades, African Americans African-Americans in Illinois continue to lag behind other racial groups relative to indicators of well-being in education, employment, income, and health. According to the 2000 U.S. Census, just 26% of the African American African-American population over 25 years of age in Illinois completed their high school education; 6% held an associate's degree; less than 10% (9%) held a bachelor's degree; less than 5% (3%) held a master's degree; and less than one percent held either a professional (.8%) or doctoral (.4%) degree.

These levels of education attainment reflect more fundamental problems with retaining African Americans African-Americans in school. The Illinois State Board of Education reported that for the 2001-2002 school year, 36,373, or 6%, of students enrolled in public high schools dropped out. Thirty-nine percent of these students were African Americans African-Americans; 38% were White; 21% were Hispanic; and 2% were classified as Other.

Although African Americans African-Americans make up 18% of the high school population, they are disproportionately represented in the number of students who are suspended and expelled. In the 2001-2002 school year, 29,068 students were suspended from school. Forty-seven percent were White, 37% were African American African-American, 14% were Hispanic, and 1% were classified as Other. In regards to expulsions Statewide, the total number of high school students expelled was 1,651. Forty-three percent were African American African-American, 41% were White, 14% were Hispanic, and 2% were classified as Other. Within Chicago public schools, 448 students were expelled. Seventy-seven of these students were African American African-American; 27% were White; 14% were Hispanic; and 4% were classified as Other. The fact that African Americans African-Americans are more likely to be suspended or expelled from school also contributes to the high dropout rate among African American African-American high school students.

In addition to educational challenges, African Americans African-Americans face challenges in the areas of employment and income. In the year 2000, the unemployment rate for African Americans African-Americans age 16 years or older was 15% compared to only 6% for the total Illinois population. Moreover, the median household income of African Americans African-Americans in Illinois was $31,699 compared to $46,590 for the total Illinois population, and the percentage of African American African-American families below the poverty level in Illinois was 26% in 1999 compared to 10.7% for the total Illinois population in that same year.

Indicators of child welfare and criminal justice reveal still more challenges that African American African-American families face in Illinois. In 2000, African American African-American children represented 18% of children 18 years of age and under, but comprised 73% of children in substitute care. African Americans African-Americans are also overrepresented in the criminal justice population. Of the total Illinois adult inmate population in the year 2000, 65% were African American African-American. During this same time period, African American African-American youth represented 58% of the juvenile inmate population in Illinois.

While the leading causes of death among African Americans African-Americans are the same as those for the general population in Illinois, African Americans African-Americans have a higher rate of death per 100,000 residents. The rate of overall deaths per 100,000 residents among African Americans African-Americans in the year 2000 was 1,181; 847 for Whites; and 411 for those classified as Other. The rate of cancer-related deaths per 100,000 residents by racial or ethnic groups in 2000 was: 278 African Americans African-Americans; 206 Whites; and 110 of those classified as Other. The rate of diabetes-related deaths per 100,000 residents among African Americans African-Americans in 2000 was 41 compared to 23 for Whites and 13 for those classified as Other. The rate of deaths per 100,000 residents by heart disease among African Americans African-Americans in 2000 was 352 compared to 257 for Whites and 120 for those classified as Other. The rate of deaths per 100,000 residents by stroke among African Americans African-Americans in 2000 was 75; 60 for Whites; and 35 for those classified as Other.

African Americans African-Americans had higher rates of smoking and obesity than other racial groups in Illinois in 2001. African Americans African-Americans accounted for more of the new adult/adolescent AIDS cases, cumulative adult/adolescent AIDS cases, and number of people living with AIDS than other racial groups in Illinois in the year 2002. Still, 23% of uninsured persons in Illinois are African American African-American.

(b) The Illinois African American African-American Family Commission continues to be an essential key to promoting the preservation and strengthening of families. As of January 1, 2015 (the effective date of Public Act 98-693), just under 13 million people live in Illinois. African Americans African-Americans represent 15% of the population and 25% of the residents living in Cook County. Despite some progress over the last few decades, African Americans African-Americans in Illinois continue to lag behind other racial groups relative to indicators of well-being in education, employment, income, and health. According to the 2010 federal decennial census: just 28% of the African American African-American population over 25 years of age in Illinois completed their high school education; 36% had some college or an associate's degree; less than 12% held a bachelor's degree; less than 8% held either a graduate or professional degree.

These levels of education attainment reflect more fundamental problems with retaining African Americans African-Americans in school. The State Board of Education reported that for the 2010-2011 school year, 18,210, or 2.77%, of students enrolled in public high schools dropped out. 39.3% of these students were African Americans African-Americans; 32.6% were White; 24.2% were Hispanic; and 2% were classified as Other.

Although African Americans African-Americans make up 20% of the high school population, they are disproportionately represented in the number of students who are suspended and expelled. In the 2011-2012 school year, 29,928 students were suspended from school. 36% were White, 34% were African American African-American, 26% were Hispanic, and 4% were classified as Other. With regard to expulsions statewide, the total number of high school students expelled was 982. 37% were African American African-American, 41% were White, 21% were Hispanic, and 2% were classified as Other. Within Chicago public schools, 294 students were expelled. 80% of these students were African American African-American; none were White; 17% were Hispanic; and 3% were classified as Other. The fact that African Americans African-Americans are more likely to be suspended or expelled from school also contributes to the high dropout rate among African American African-American high school students.

In addition to educational challenges, African Americans African-Americans face challenges in the areas of employment and income. In the year 2010, the unemployment rate for African Americans African-Americans age 16 years or older was 16% compared to only 9% for the total Illinois population. Moreover, the median household income of African Americans African-Americans in Illinois was $34,874 compared to $60,433 for the total Illinois population, and the percentage of African American African-American families below the poverty level in Illinois was 32% in 2012 compared to 15% for the total Illinois population in that same year.

Indicators of child welfare and criminal justice reveal still more challenges that African American African-American families face in Illinois. In 2010, African American African-American children represented 14% of children 18 years of age and under, but comprised 56% of children in substitute care. African Americans African-Americans are also overrepresented in the criminal justice population. Of the total Illinois adult inmate population in the year 2012, 57% were African American African-American. During this same time period, African American African-American youth represented 66% of the juvenile inmate population in Illinois.

While the leading causes of death among African Americans African-Americans are the same as those for the general population in Illinois, African Americans African-Americans have a higher rate of death per 100,000 residents. The rate of overall deaths per 100,000 residents among African Americans African-Americans in the year 2010 was 898; 741 for Whites; and 458 for those classified as Other. The rate of cancer-related deaths per 100,000 residents by racial or ethnic groups in 2010 was 216 for African Americans African-Americans; 179 for Whites; and 124 for those classified as Other. The rate of diabetes-related deaths per 100,000 residents among African Americans African-Americans in 2010 was 114 compared to 66 for Whites and 75 for those classified as Other. The rate of deaths per 100,000 residents by heart disease among African Americans African-Americans in 2010 was 232 compared to 179 for Whites and 121 for those classified as Other. The rate of deaths per 100,000 residents by stroke among African Americans African-Americans in 2010 was 108; 73 for Whites; and 56 for those classified as Other.

African Americans African-Americans had higher rates of smoking and obesity than other racial groups in Illinois in 2013. African Americans African-Americans accounted for more of the new adult/adolescent AIDS cases, cumulative adult/adolescent AIDS cases, and number of people living with AIDS than other racial groups in Illinois in the year 2013. Still, 24% of uninsured persons in Illinois are African American African-American.

(c) These huge disparities in education, employment, income, child welfare, criminal justice, and health demonstrate the tremendous challenges facing the African American African-American family in Illinois. These challenges are severe. There is a need for government, child and family advocates, and other key stakeholders to create and implement public policies to address the health and social crises facing African American African-American families. The development of given solutions clearly transcends any one State agency and requires a coordinated effort. The Illinois African American African-American Family Commission shall assist State agencies with this task.

The African American African-American Family Commission was created in October 1994 by Executive Order to assist the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services in developing and implementing programs and public policies that affect the State's child welfare system. The Commission has a proven track record of bringing State agencies, community providers, and consumers together to address child welfare issues. The ability of the Commission to address the above-mentioned health issues, community factors, and the personal well-being of African American African-American families and children has been limited due to the Executive Order's focus on child welfare. It is apparent that broader issues of health, mental health, criminal justice, education, and economic development also directly affect the health and well-being of African American African-American families and children. Accordingly, the role of the Illinois African American African-American Family Commission is hereby expanded to encompass working relationships with every department, agency, and commission within State government if any of its activities impact African American African-American children and families. The focus of the Commission is hereby restructured and shall exist by legislative mandate to engage State agencies in its efforts to preserve and strengthen African American African-American families.

(Source: P.A. 103-154, eff. 6-30-23.)

(20 ILCS 3903/10)

Sec. 10. Illinois African American African-American Family Commission established. The African-American Family Commission shall be renamed and established as the Illinois African-American Family Commission and, after the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, renamed the Illinois African American Family Commission.

(Source: P.A. 93-867, eff. 8-5-04.)

(20 ILCS 3903/15)

Sec. 15. Purpose and objectives. The purpose of the Illinois African American Family Commission is to be an independent voice and represent the priorities of the African American community and advocate for policies, programs, and services that promote greater equity and inclusion in State government. The Illinois African American Family Commission works directly with the Governor, the General Assembly, constitutional officers, and State agencies to develop new and improve existing policies, services, programs, and opportunities for African American families. The Illinois African American Family Commission shall:

(1) advocate for State policies, programs, and services that improve equity, inclusion, and the quality of life of African Americans;

(2) develop and advance recommendations to the Governor, the General Assembly, State courts, and other State entities and constitutional officers to reduce disparities and disproportionality experienced by African Americans;

(3) identify priorities, goals, and objectives reflecting an African American policy agenda to guide the Commission's work;

(4) monitor the impact of and shape legislation, policies, programs, and practices to ensure that they are responsive to African Americans in Illinois;

(5) collaborate with the Governor's Office, the General Assembly, constitutional officers, State courts, State agencies, and boards and commissions in developing new and shaping existing programs, services, policies, and initiatives to expand and enhance the social and economic well-being of African American children and families;

(6) facilitate the participation and representation of African Americans in the development, implementation, and planning of policies, programs, and services;

(7) engage in and promote research efforts concerning African Americans that can inform policies, programs, and services to ensure greater equity and accountability;

(8) create and approve the annual budget and have sole authority over expenditures in line with the Illinois Procurement Code and the rules adopted under that Code;

(9) hire an executive director to administer operations;

(10) make or enter into contracts with third parties as necessary and convenient for the exercise of its powers and duties, including defining personnel needs and hiring staff as required to perform its duties under this Act; all procurement must follow State policy and procedures;

(11) co-convene quarterly roundtable meetings with the Illinois Latino Family Commission and the Asian American Family Commission to identify opportunities for collaboration and alignment;

(12) hold at least 2 public hearings annually to assist in the development of recommendations for the Governor, the General Assembly, State courts, and other State entities and constitutional officers;

(13) apply for, receive, establish priorities for, allocate, disburse, and spend grants funds that are made available to the Commission; and

(14) exercise such other powers as are necessary or incidental to the administration of this Act or the performance of duties under this Act. The purpose of the Illinois African-American Family Commission is to advise the Governor and General Assembly, as well as work directly with State agencies, to improve and expand existing policies, services, programs, and opportunities for African-American families. The Illinois African-American Family Commission shall guide the efforts of and collaborate with State agencies, including: the Department on Aging, the Department of Children and Family Services, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the Department of Public Health, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Employment Security, and others. This shall be achieved primarily by:

(1) monitoring and commenting on existing and proposed legislation and programs designed to address the needs of African-Americans in Illinois;

(2) assisting State agencies in developing programs, services, public policies, and research strategies that will expand and enhance the social and economic well-being of African-American children and families;

(3) facilitating the participation of and representation of African-Americans in the development, implementation, and planning of policies, programs, and services; and

(4) promoting research efforts to document the impact of policies and programs on African-American families.

The work of the Illinois African-American Family Commission shall include the use of existing reports, research and planning efforts, procedures, and programs.

(Source: P.A. 100-863, eff. 8-14-18.)

(20 ILCS 3903/20)

Sec. 20. Appointment; terms. The Illinois African American African-American Family Commission shall be comprised of 15 members appointed under this Section.

As soon as practical after the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, but not later than July 1, 2025, the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives shall each appoint 3 members to the Commission. Commission members shall elect the chairperson or chairpersons by a majority vote of the appointed members, and the chairperson or chairpersons shall each serve for a 2-year term. The terms of any commissioners serving on the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly are terminated.

Members shall serve 3-year terms, except in the case of the following initial appointments: each appointing authority shall each appoint 2 members to a 2-year term and one member to a 3-year term. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, members may be reappointed to a 3-year term.

Thereafter, each member shall serve for a term of 3 years and until the member's successor is appointed and qualified. A vacancy occurring other than at the end of a term shall be filled by the initial appointing authority only for the balance of the term of the member whose office is vacant and until a successor is appointed and qualified. No member shall serve more than 2 terms, excluding any partial term resulting from a filled vacancy. Members will serve without compensation, but shall be reimbursed for Commission-related expenses.

Appointing authorities shall ensure, to the maximum extent practicable, that the Commission is diverse with respect to age, gender, and geography to ensure the needs of African American families and children through the State are met. Members shall be persons with recognized ability and experience in one or more of the following areas: education, business, social services, human services, community development, labor, economic policy, criminal justice, immigration, or health care.

For those seats on the Commission with terms that expire in 2015, and for subsequent appointments to those seats, the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives shall each appoint one member to the Commission.

For those seats on the Commission with terms that expire in 2016, and for subsequent appointments to those seats, the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives shall each appoint one member to the Commission.

For those seats on the Commission with terms that expire in 2017, and for subsequent appointments to those seats, the Governor shall appoint 5 members to the Commission.

Each member shall have a working knowledge of human services, community development, and economic public policies in Illinois. The Governor shall appoint the chairperson or chairpersons.

The members shall reflect regional representation to ensure that the needs of African-American families and children throughout the State of Illinois are met. The members shall be selected from a variety of disciplines. They shall be representative of a partnership and collaborative effort between public and private agencies, the business sector, and community-based human services organizations.

Members shall serve 3-year terms, except in the case of initial appointments. One-third of initially appointed members, as determined by lot, shall be appointed to 1-year terms; 1/3 shall be appointed to 2-year terms; and 1/3 shall be appointed to 3-year terms, so that the terms are staggered. Members will serve without compensation, but shall be reimbursed for Commission-related expenses.

The Department on Aging, the Department of Children and Family Services, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the Department of Public Health, the State Board of Education, the Board of Higher Education, the Illinois Community College Board, the Department of Human Rights, the Capital Development Board, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Transportation shall each appoint a liaison to serve ex-officio on the Commission. The Office of the Governor, in cooperation with the State agencies appointing liaisons to the Commission under this Section, shall provide administrative support to the Commission.

(Source: P.A. 98-693, eff. 1-1-15.)

(20 ILCS 3903/23 new)

Sec. 23. Organizational meeting. The Commission shall hold its organizational meeting within 60 days after at least 50% of the members who are to be appointed under Section 20 have been appointed.

(20 ILCS 3903/25)

Sec. 25. Funding. The Lieutenant Governor's Office may receive funding through appropriations made available for use on behalf of the Illinois African American Family Commission. The Lieutenant Governor's Office shall expend funds set aside for the Commission at the Commission's direction. The African-American Family Commission may receive funding through appropriations available for its purposes made to the Department on Aging, the Department of Children and Family Services, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the Department of Public Health, the State Board of Education, the Board of Higher Education, the Illinois Community College Board, the Department of Human Rights, the Capital Development Board, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Transportation. The Commission may also receive and expend funding from federal and private sources, including gifts, donations, and private grants.

(Source: P.A. 98-693, eff. 1-1-15.)

(20 ILCS 3903/30)

Sec. 30. Reporting. By January 1 of each year, the Illinois African American Family Commission shall submit to the Governor and the General Assembly a report detailing progress toward the goals and objectives of the Commission. The report shall detail, at a minimum, the Commission's work with agencies under the Governor, the Commission's current and ongoing research projects, and any legislative activity undertaken by the Commission. The Illinois African-American Family Commission shall annually report to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Commission on Equity and Inclusion on the Commission's progress toward its goals and objectives.

(Source: P.A. 101-657, eff. 1-1-22.)

(20 ILCS 3903/35)

Sec. 35. Administrative support. Oversight. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, the Lieutenant Governor's Office shall, at the request of the Illinois African American Family Commission, provide administrative and technical support to assist the Commission in carrying out its duties. Administrative and technical support includes providing guidance on State rules and regulations pertaining to contracts, expenditures, and payments to ensure compliance with State procurement policies and processes. The Lieutenant Governor's Office shall provide assistance to the Illinois African American Family Commission as requested, including access to office space, technology, and other supports necessary for effective operations. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, the Commission on Equity and Inclusion established under the Commission on Equity and Inclusion Act shall have general oversight of the operations of the Illinois African-American Family Commission.

(Source: P.A. 101-657, eff. 1-1-22.)

Section 15. The Asian American Family Commission Act is amended by changing Sections 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 and by adding Section 12 as follows:

(20 ILCS 3916/5)

Sec. 5. Purpose and objectives. The purpose of the Asian American Family Commission is to be an independent voice and represent the priorities of the Asian American community and advocate for policies, programs, and services that promote greater equity and inclusion in State government. The Asian American Family Commission works directly with the Governor, the General Assembly, constitutional officers, and State agencies to develop new and improve existing policies, services, programs, and opportunities for Asian American families. The Asian American Family Commission shall:

(1) advocate for State policies, programs, and services that improve equity, inclusion, and the quality of life of Asian Americans;

(2) develop and advance recommendations to the Governor, the General Assembly, State courts, and other State entities and constitutional officers to reduce disparities and disproportionality experienced by Asian Americans;

(3) identify priorities, goals, and objectives reflecting an Asian American policy agenda to guide the Commission's work;

(4) monitor the impact of and shape legislation, policies, programs, and practices to ensure that they are responsive to Asian Americans in Illinois;

(5) collaborate with the Governor's Office, the General Assembly, constitutional officers, State courts, State agencies, and boards and commissions in developing new and shaping existing programs, services, policies, and initiatives to expand and enhance the social and economic well-being of Asian American children and families;

(6) facilitate the participation and representation of Asian Americans in the development, implementation, and planning of policies, programs, and services;

(7) engage in and promote research efforts concerning Asian Americans that can inform policies, programs, and services to ensure greater equity and accountability;

(8) create and approve the annual budget and have sole authority over expenditures in line with the Illinois Procurement Code and the rules adopted under that Code;

(9) hire an executive director to administer operations;

(10) make or enter into contracts with third parties as necessary and convenient for the exercise of its powers and duties, including defining personnel needs and hiring staff as required to perform its duties under this Act; all procurement must follow State policy and procedures;

(11) co-convene quarterly roundtable meetings with the Illinois Latino Commission, the Illinois African American Family Commission, and the Lieutenant Governor's Office to identify opportunities for collaboration and alignment;

(12) hold at least 2 public hearings annually to assist in the development of recommendations for the Governor, the General Assembly, State courts, and other State entities and constitutional officers;

(13) apply for, receive, establish priorities for, allocate, disburse, and spend grants funds that are made available to the Commission; and

(14) exercise such other powers as are necessary or incidental to the administration of this Act or the performance of duties under this Act. The purpose of the Asian American Family Commission is to advise the Governor and General Assembly, as well as work directly with State agencies, to improve and expand existing policies, services, programs, and opportunities for Asian American families. The Asian American Family Commission shall guide the efforts of and collaborate with State agencies, including: the Department on Aging, the Department of Children and Family Services, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the Department of Public Health, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Employment Security, and others. This shall be achieved primarily by:

(1) monitoring and commenting on existing and proposed legislation and programs designed to address the needs of Asian Americans in Illinois;

(2) assisting State agencies in developing programs, services, public policies, and research strategies that will expand and enhance the social and economic well-being of Asian American children and families;

(3) facilitating the participation of and representation of Asian Americans in the development, implementation, and planning of policies, programs, and services; and

(4) promoting research efforts to document the impact of policies and programs on Asian American families.

The work of the Asian American Family Commission shall include the use of existing reports, research and planning efforts, procedures, and programs.

(Source: P.A. 101-392, eff. 1-1-20.)

(20 ILCS 3916/10)

Sec. 10. Appointment; terms. Asian American Family Commission.

The Asian American Family Commission shall be comprised of members appointed under this Section. As soon as practical after the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, but not later than 60 days after the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives shall each appoint 3 members to the Commission. Commission members shall elect the chairperson or chairpersons by a majority vote of the appointed members, and the chairperson or chairpersons shall each serve for a 2-year term. The terms of any commissioners serving on the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly are terminated.

Members shall serve 3-year terms, except in the case of the following initial appointments: each appointing authority shall each appoint 2 members to a 2-year term and one member to a 3-year term. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, members may be reappointed to a 3-year term.

Thereafter, each member shall serve for a term of 3 years and until the member's successor is appointed and qualified. A vacancy occurring other than at the end of a term shall be filled by the initial appointing authority only for the balance of the term of the member whose office is vacant and until a successor is appointed and qualified. No member shall serve more than 2 terms, excluding any partial term resulting from a filled vacancy. Members will serve without compensation, but shall be reimbursed for Commission-related expenses.

Appointing authorities shall ensure, to the maximum extent practicable, that the Commission is diverse with respect to age, gender, and geography to ensure the needs of Asian American families and children through the State are met. Members shall be persons with recognized ability and experience in one or more of the following areas: education, business, social services, human services, community development, labor, economic policy, criminal justice, immigration, or health care.

(a) There is hereby established the Asian American Family Commission.

(b) The Asian American Family Commission shall be comprised of 15 members. The Governor, the President of the Senate, the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives shall each appoint 3 members to the Commission. Each member shall have working knowledge of human services, community development, or economic public policies in Illinois. The Governor shall appoint the chairperson or chairpersons.

(c) Members shall serve 3-year terms, except in the case of initial appointments. Five members, as determined by lot, shall initially be appointed to one-year terms; 5 members shall be appointed to 2-year terms; and 5 members shall be appointed to 3-year terms, so that the terms are staggered. Members shall serve without compensation, but shall be reimbursed for Commission-related expenses.

(d) The Department on Aging, the Department of Children and Family Services, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Employment Security, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the Department of Public Health, the State Board of Education, the State Board of Higher Education, the Illinois Community College Board, the Department of Human Rights, the Capital Development Board, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Transportation shall each appoint a liaison to serve ex officio on the Commission. The Office of the Governor, in cooperation with the State agencies appointing liaisons to the Commission under this subsection (d), shall provide administrative support to the Commission.

(Source: P.A. 101-392, eff. 1-1-20.)

(20 ILCS 3916/12 new)

Sec. 12. Organizational meeting. The Commission shall hold its organizational meeting within 60 days after at least 50% of the members who are to be appointed under Section 10 have been appointed.

(20 ILCS 3916/15)

Sec. 15. Funding. The Lieutenant Governor's Office may receive funding through appropriations made available for use on behalf of the Asian American Family Commission. The Lieutenant Governor's Office shall expend funds set aside for the Commission at the Commission's direction. The Asian American Family Commission may receive funding through specific appropriations available for its purposes made to the Department on Aging, the Department of Children and Family Services, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the Department of Public Health, the State Board of Education, the State Board of Higher Education, the Illinois Community College Board, the Department of Human Rights, the Capital Development Board, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Transportation.

(Source: P.A. 101-392, eff. 1-1-20.)

(20 ILCS 3916/20)

Sec. 20. Report. By January 1 of each year, the Asian American Family Commission shall submit to the Governor and the General Assembly a report detailing progress toward the goals and objectives of the Commission. The report shall detail, at a minimum, the Commission's work with agencies under the Governor, the Commission's current and ongoing research projects, and any legislative activity undertaken by the Commission. The Asian American Family Commission shall annually report to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Commission on Equity and Inclusion on the Commission's progress toward its goals and objectives.

(Source: P.A. 101-392, eff. 1-1-20; 101-657, eff. 1-1-22.)

(20 ILCS 3916/25)

Sec. 25. Administrative support. Oversight. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, the Lieutenant Governor's Office shall, at the request of the Asian American Family Commission, provide administrative and technical support to assist the Commission in carrying out its duties. Administrative and technical support includes providing guidance on State rules and regulations pertaining to contracts, expenditures, and payments to ensure compliance with State procurement policies and processes. The Lieutenant Governor's Office shall provide assistance to the Asian American Family Commission, as requested, including access to office space, technology, and other supports necessary for effective operations. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, the Commission on Equity and Inclusion established under the Commission on Equity and Inclusion Act shall have general oversight of the operations of the Asian American Family Commission.

(Source: P.A. 101-657, eff. 1-1-22.)

Section 20. The Illinois Latino Family Commission Act is amended by changing Sections 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 and by adding Section 23 as follows:

(20 ILCS 3983/15)

Sec. 15. Purpose and objectives. The purpose of the Illinois Latino Family Commission is to be an independent voice and represent the priorities of the Latino community and advocate for policies, programs, and services that promote greater equity and inclusion in State government. The Illinois Latino Family Commission works directly with the Governor, the General Assembly, constitutional officers, and State agencies to develop new and improve existing policies, services, programs, and opportunities for Latino families. The Illinois Latino Family Commission shall:

(1) advocate for State policies, programs, and services that improve equity, inclusion, and the quality of life of Latino Americans;

(2) develop and advance recommendations to the Governor, the General Assembly, State courts, and other State entities and constitutional officers to reduce disparities and disproportionality experienced by Latino Americans;

(3) identify priorities, goals, and objectives reflecting a Latino policy agenda to guide the Commission's work;

(4) monitor the impact of and shape legislation, policies, programs, and practices to ensure that they are responsive to Latino Americans in Illinois;

(5) collaborate with the Governor's Office, the General Assembly, constitutional officers, State courts, State agencies, and boards and commissions in developing new and shaping existing programs, services, policies, and initiatives to expand and enhance the social and economic well-being of Latino children and families;

(6) facilitate the participation and representation of Latino Americans in the development, implementation, and planning of policies, programs, and services;

(7) engage in and promote research efforts concerning Latino Americans that can inform policies, programs, and services to ensure greater equity and accountability;

(8) create and approve the annual budget and have sole authority over expenditures in line with the Illinois Procurement Code and the rules adopted under that Code;

(9) hire an executive director to administer operations;

(10) make or enter into contracts with third parties as necessary and convenient for the exercise of its powers and duties, including defining personnel needs and hiring staff as required to perform its duties under this Act; all procurement must follow State policy and procedures;

(11) co-convene quarterly roundtable meetings with the Illinois African American Family Commission and the Asian American Family Commission to identify opportunities for collaboration and alignment;

(12) hold at least 2 public hearings annually to assist in the development of recommendations for the Governor, the General Assembly, State courts, and other State entities and constitutional officers;

(13) apply for, receive, establish priorities for, allocate, disburse, and spend grants funds that are made available to the Commission; and

(14) exercise such other powers as are necessary or incidental to the administration of this Act or the performance of duties under this Act. The purpose of the Illinois Latino Family Commission is to advise the Governor and General Assembly, as well as work directly with State agencies to improve and expand existing policies, services, programs, and opportunities for Latino families. Subject to appropriation, the Illinois Latino Family Commission shall guide the efforts of and collaborate with State agencies, including: the Department on Aging, the Department of Children and Family Services, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Public Aid, the Department of Public Health, the Department of Transportation, the Department of Employment Security, and others. This shall be achieved primarily by:

(1) monitoring and commenting on existing and proposed legislation and programs designed to address the needs of Latinos in Illinois;

(2) assisting State agencies in developing programs, services, public policies, and research strategies that will expand and enhance the social and economic well-being of Latino children and families;

(3) facilitating the participation and representation of Latinos in the development, implementation, and planning of policies, programs, and services; and

(4) promoting research efforts to document the impact of policies and programs on Latino families.

The work of the Illinois Latino Family Commission shall include the use of existing reports, research, and planning efforts, procedures, and programs.

(Source: P.A. 95-619, eff. 9-14-07; 95-876, eff. 8-21-08.)

(20 ILCS 3983/20)

Sec. 20. Appointment; terms. The Illinois Latino Family Commission shall be comprised of members appointed under this Section. As soon as practical after the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, but not later than 60 days after the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly, the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives shall each appoint 3 members to the Commission. Commission members shall elect the chairperson or chairpersons by a majority vote of the appointed members, and the chairperson or chairpersons shall each serve for a 2-year term. The terms of any commissioners serving on the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 104th General Assembly are terminated.

Members shall serve 3-year terms, except in the case of the following initial appointments: each appointing authority shall each appoint 2 members to a 2-year term and one member to a 3-year term. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, members may be reappointed to a 3-year term.

Thereafter, each member shall serve for a term of 3 years and until the member's successor is appointed and qualified. A vacancy occurring other than at the end of a term shall be filled by the initial appointing authority only for the balance of the term of the member whose office is vacant and until a successor is appointed and qualified. No member shall serve more than 2 terms, excluding any partial term resulting from a filled vacancy. Members will serve without compensation, but shall be reimbursed for Commission-related expenses.

Appointing authorities shall ensure, to the maximum extent practicable, that the Commission is diverse with respect to age, gender, and geography to ensure the needs of Latino families and children through the State are met. Members shall be persons with recognized ability and experience in one or more of the following areas: education, business, social services, human services, community development, labor, economic policy, criminal justice, immigration, or health care. The Illinois Latino Family Commission shall be comprised of 15 members. The Governor, the President of the Senate, the Minority Leader of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives shall each appoint 3 members to the Commission. Each member shall have working knowledge of human services, community development, and economic public policies in Illinois. The Governor shall appoint the chairperson or chairpersons.

The members shall reflect regional representation to ensure that the needs of Latino families and children throughout the State are met. The members shall be selected from a variety of disciplines. They shall represent a partnership and collaborative effort between public and private agencies, the business sector, and community-based human services organizations.

Members shall serve 3-year terms, except in the case of initial appointments. Five members, as determined by lot, shall be appointed to one-year terms; 5 members shall be appointed to 2-year terms; and 5 members shall be appointed to 3-year terms, so that the terms are staggered. Members shall serve without compensation, but shall be reimbursed for Commission-related expenses.

The Department on Aging, the Department of Children and Family Services, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Employment Security, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the Department of Public Health, the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois State Board of Higher Education, the Illinois Community College Board, the Illinois Department of Human Rights, the Capital Development Board, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Transportation shall each appoint a liaison to serve ex-officio on the Commission. The Office of the Governor, in cooperation with the State agencies appointing liaisons to the Commission under this paragraph, shall provide administrative support to the Commission.

(Source: P.A. 98-32, eff. 1-1-14.)

(20 ILCS 3983/23 new)

Sec. 23. Organizational meeting. The Commission shall hold its organizational meeting within 60 days after at least 50% of the members who are to be appointed under Section 20 have been appointed.

(20 ILCS 3983/25)

Sec. 25. Funding. The Lieutenant Governor's Office may receive funding through appropriations made available for use on behalf of the Illinois Latino Family Commission. The Department Lieutenant Governor's Office shall expend funds set aside for the Commission at the Commission's direction. The Illinois Latino Family Commission may receive funding through specific appropriations available for its purposes made to the Department on Aging, the Department of Children and Family Services, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Human Services, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the Department of Public Health, the Illinois State Board of Education, the Illinois State Board of Higher Education, the Illinois Community College Board, the Illinois Department of Human Rights, the Capital Development Board, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Transportation. The funding allocation for the Commission shall be no less than $500,000.

(Source: P.A. 98-32, eff. 1-1-14.)

(20 ILCS 3983/30)

Sec. 30. Administrative support. Reporting.

Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, the Lieutenant Governor's Office shall, at the request of the Illinois Latino Family Commission, provide administrative and technical support to assist the in carrying out its duties. Administrative and technical support includes providing guidance on State rules and regulations pertaining to contracts, expenditures, and payments to ensure compliance with State procurement policies and processes. The Lieutenant Governor's Office shall provide assistance to the Illinois Latino Family Commission as requested, including access to office space, technology, and other supports necessary for effective operations. The Illinois Latino Family Commission shall annually report to the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Commission on Equity and Inclusion on the Commission's progress towards its goals and objectives.

(Source: P.A. 101-657, eff. 1-1-22.)

(20 ILCS 3983/35)

Sec. 35. Administrative support. Oversight. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, the Lieutenant Governor's Office shall, at the request of the Illinois Latino Family Commission, provide administrative and technical support to assist the in carrying out its duties. Administrative and technical support includes providing guidance on State rules and regulations pertaining to contracts, expenditures, and payments to ensure compliance with State procurement policies and processes. The Lieutenant Governor's Office shall provide assistance to the Illinois Latino Family Commission as requested, including access to office space, technology, and other supports necessary for effective operations. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, the Commission on Equity and Inclusion established under the Commission on Equity and Inclusion Act shall have general oversight of the operations of the Illinois Latino Family Commission.

(Source: P.A. 101-657, eff. 1-1-22.)

Section 25. The Violence Prevention Task Force Act is amended by changing Section 5 as follows:

(20 ILCS 4028/5)

Sec. 5. Violence Prevention Task Force; members.

(a) There is created the Violence Prevention Task Force (hereinafter referred to as the Task Force) consisting of 6 members appointed as follows:

(1) one member of the Senate appointed by the President of the Senate;

(2) one member of the Senate appointed by the Minority Leader of the Senate;

(3) one member of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives;

(4) one member of the House of Representatives appointed by the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives; and

(5) 2 members appointed by the Governor, one of whom shall be designated the chairperson by the Governor.

(b) The members of the Task Force shall serve without compensation but shall be reimbursed for their reasonable and necessary expenses from funds appropriated for that purpose.

(c) The Task Force may employ skilled experts with the approval of the chairperson, and shall receive the cooperation of those State agencies it deems appropriate to assist the Task Force in carrying out its duties.

(d) The Illinois African American African-American Family Commission, the Illinois Department of Public Health, and the Illinois Latino Family Commission shall provide administrative and other support to the Task Force.

(Source: P.A. 98-194, eff. 8-7-13; 98-756, eff. 7-16-14.)

Section 30. The Commission on Children and Youth Act is amended by changing Section 15 as follows:

(20 ILCS 4075/15)

Sec. 15. Commission members; appointments. The Commission shall be composed of the following members, to be appointed within 60 days after the effective date of this Act:

(a) Four members of the General Assembly: 2 members of the Illinois Senate, one member appointed by the President of the Senate and one member appointed by the Senate Minority Leader; 2 members of the Illinois House of Representatives, one member appointed by the Speaker of the House and one member appointed by the House Minority Leader.

(b) A member of the Governor's leadership team appointed by the Governor, who shall serve as one of the co-chairs of the Commission.

(c) Up to 30 public members appointed by the Governor with demonstrated interest and expertise in children and youth across the major stages of child and adolescent development. Public members shall include rural, suburban and urban entities; direct service providers; child advocates; human rights organizations; faith-based service providers; philanthropic organizations that invest in children and youth; at least 3 parents of children under the age of 16; and at least 3 young people between the ages of 16 and 24. A second co-chair of the Commission shall be elected from among the public members of the Commission by the public members.

(d) The following shall serve as ex-officio members of the Commission: the Director of Children and Family Services or his or her designee; the Director of Commerce and Economic Opportunity or his or her designee; the Director of Corrections or his or her designee; the Director of Employment Security or his or her designee; the Director of Healthcare and Family Services or his or her designee; the Secretary of Human Services or his or her designee; the Director of Juvenile Justice or his or her designee; the Director of Public Health or his or her designee; the State Superintendent of Education or his or her designee; the Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Children and Youth Services or his or her designee; the Executive Director of the Illinois Violence Prevention Authority or his or her designee; the Chair of the Illinois African American African-American Family Commission or his or her designee; and the Chair of the Illinois Latino Family Commission or his or her designee. In addition, there shall be a representative of a local government entity coordinating services for children and youth and a representative of the Illinois Early Learning Council, to be chosen by the chairs.

(Source: P.A. 95-781, eff. 8-5-08.)

Section 35. The Commission to Study Disproportionate Justice Impact Act is amended by changing Section 10 as follows:

(20 ILCS 4085/10)

Sec. 10. Composition. The Commission shall be composed of the following members:

(a) Two members of the Senate appointed by the Senate President, one of whom the President shall designate to serve as co-chair, and two members of the Senate appointed by the Minority Leader of the Senate.

(b) Two members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, one of whom the Speaker shall designate to serve as co-chair, and two members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives.

(c) The following persons or their designees:

(1) the Attorney General,

(2) the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County,

(3) the Director of the Illinois State Police,

(4) the Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department,

(5) the sheriff of Cook County,

(6) the State Appellate Defender,

(7) the Cook County Public Defender,

(8) the Director of the Office of the State's Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor,

(9) the Cook County State's Attorney,

(10) the Executive Director of the Criminal Justice Information Authority,

(11) the Director of Corrections,

(12) the Director of Juvenile Justice, and

(13) the Executive Director of the Illinois African American African-American Family Commission.

(d) The co-chairs may name up to 8 persons, representing minority communities within Illinois, groups involved in the improvement of the administration of justice, behavioral health, criminal justice, law enforcement, and the rehabilitation of former inmates, community groups, and other interested parties.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21.)

Section 40. The Advisory Commission on Reducing the Disproportionate Representation of African-American Children in Foster Care Act is amended by changing Section 5 as follows:

(20 ILCS 4104/5)

Sec. 5. Findings. The General Assembly finds the following:

(1) In 1994 the Illinois African American African-American Family Commission was created by Executive Order to assist the Department of Children and Family Services in developing and implementing programs and public policies that affect the State's child welfare system.

(2) However, in 2004 the Commission was renamed and its role expanded to focus on the development of services and programs that aim to strengthen and preserve the social and economic well-being of African-American families.

(3) This holistic approach to strengthening African-American families and communities, though necessary, has yet to adequately address the disproportionate number of African-American children in foster care.

(4) According to a 2017 fact sheet published by Child Trends, in 2015 African-American children represented 50% of Illinois' foster care population even though they only make up 15% of the State's general child population.

(5) In contrast, white children represented 38% of the foster care population in 2015 even though they make up 52% of the State's general child population.

(6) Hispanic children are underrepresented in Illinois' foster care system as they only accounted for 9% of the foster care population in 2015 despite making up 24% of the general child population.

(7) Unfortunately, the disproportionate number of African-American children in foster care is a national dilemma.

(8) According to an April 13, 2020 report published by the Annie E. Casey Foundation's KIDS COUNT Data Center, even though "the share of children who are black and in foster care remains much smaller than it was nearly a decade ago . . . black children are still overrepresented among youth in foster care relative to the general population" as they account for 23% of all kids in foster care even though they only represent 14% of the total child population in the United States.

(9) In light of these grim statistics, the General Assembly finds the need for a separate advisory commission that is exclusively focused on identifying those causes and factors that contribute to the overrepresentation of African-American children in Illinois' foster care system and the policy measures needed to safely reduce the number of African-American children in foster care and keep them with their families.

(Source: P.A. 102-470, eff. 8-20-21.)

Section 45. The Commission to End Hunger Act is amended by changing Section 15 as follows:

(20 ILCS 5015/15)

Sec. 15. Members. The Commission to End Hunger shall be composed of no more than 21 voting members including 2 members of the Illinois House of Representatives, one appointed by the Speaker of the House and one appointed by the House Minority Leader; 2 members of the Illinois Senate, one appointed by the Senate President and one appointed by the Senate Minority Leader; one representative of the Office of the Governor appointed by the Governor; one representative of the Office of the Lieutenant Governor appointed by the Lieutenant Governor; and 15 public members, who shall be appointed by the Governor.

The public members shall include 2 representatives of food banks; 2 representatives from other community food assistance programs; a representative of a statewide organization focused on responding to hunger; a representative from an anti-poverty organization; a representative of an organization that serves or advocates for children and youth; a representative of an organization that serves or advocates for older adults; a representative of an organization that advocates for people who are homeless; a representative of an organization that serves or advocates for persons with disabilities; a representative of an organization that advocates for immigrants; a representative of a municipal or county government; and 3 at-large members. The appointed members shall reflect the racial, gender, and geographic diversity of the State and shall include representation from regions of the State.

The following officials shall serve as ex-officio members: the Secretary of Human Services or his or her designee; the State Superintendent of Education or his or her designee; the Director of Healthcare and Family Services or his or her designee; the Director of Children and Family Services or his or her designee; the Director of Aging or his or her designee; the Director of Natural Resources or his or her designee; and the Director of Agriculture or his or her designee. The Illinois African American African-American Family Commission and the Illinois Latino Family Commission shall each designate a liaison to serve ex-officio on the Commission.

Members shall serve without compensation and are responsible for the cost of all reasonable and necessary travel expenses connected to Commission business, as the State of Illinois will not reimburse Commission members for these costs.

Commission members shall be appointed within 60 days after the effective date of this Act. The Commission shall hold their initial meetings within 60 days after at least 50% of the members have been appointed.

The representative of the Office of the Governor and a representative of a food bank shall serve as co-chairs of the Commission.

At the first meeting of the Commission, the members shall select a 5-person Steering Committee that includes the co-chairs.

The Commission may establish committees that address specific issues or populations and may appoint individuals with relevant expertise who are not appointed members of the Commission to serve on committees as needed.

The Office of the Governor, or a designee of the Governor's choosing, shall provide guidance to the Commission. Under the leadership of the Office of the Governor, subject to appropriation, the Department of Human Services shall also provide leadership to support the Commission. The Department of Human Services and the State of Illinois shall not incur any costs as a result of the creation of the Commission to End Hunger as the coordination of meetings, report preparation, and other related duties will be completed by a representative of a food bank that is serving as a co-chair of the Commission.

(Source: P.A. 102-1119, eff. 1-23-23.)

Section 50. The Racial and Ethnic Impact Research Task Force Act is amended by changing Section 10 as follows:

(20 ILCS 5025/10)

Sec. 10. Racial and Ethnic Impact Research Task Force.

There is created the Racial and Ethnic Impact Research Task Force, composed of the following members:

(1) Two members of the Senate appointed by the Senate President, one of whom the President shall designate to serve as co-chair, and 2 members of the Senate appointed by the Minority Leader of the Senate.

(2) Two members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, one of whom the Speaker shall designate to serve as co-chair, and 2 members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives.

(3) The following persons or their designees:

(A) the Attorney General,

(B) the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County,

(C) the Director of the Illinois State Police,

(D) the Superintendent of the Chicago Police Department,

(E) the Sheriff of Cook County,

(F) the State Appellate Defender,

(G) the Cook County Public Defender,

(H) the Director of the Office of the State's Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor,

(I) the Cook County State's Attorney,

(J) the Executive Director of the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority,

(K) the Director of Corrections,

(L) the Director of Juvenile Justice, and

(M) the Executive Director of the Illinois African American African-American Family Commission.

(4) The co-chairs may name up to 8 persons, representing minority communities within Illinois, groups involved in the improvement of the administration of justice, behavioral health, criminal justice, law enforcement, and the rehabilitation of former inmates, community groups, and other interested parties.

(Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21.)

Section 55. The Commission on Equity and Inclusion Act is amended by changing Section 40-10 as follows:

(30 ILCS 574/40-10)

(Text of Section before amendment by P.A. 103-961)

Sec. 40-10. Powers and duties. In addition to the other powers and duties which may be prescribed in this Act or elsewhere, the Commission shall have the following powers and duties:

(1) The Commission shall have a role in all State and university procurement by facilitating and streamlining communications between the Business Enterprise Council for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities, the purchasing entities, the Chief Procurement Officers, and others.

(2) The Commission may create a scoring evaluation for State agency directors, public university presidents and chancellors, and public community college presidents. The scoring shall be based on the following 3 principles: (i) increasing capacity; (ii) growing revenue; and (iii) enhancing credentials. These principles should be the foundation of the agency compliance plan required under Section 6 of the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act.

(3) The Commission shall exercise the authority and duties provided to it under Section 5-7 of the Illinois Procurement Code.

(4) The Commission, working with State agencies, shall provide support for diversity in State hiring.

(5) The Commission shall supervise the implementation and effectiveness of supplier diversity training of the State procurement workforce.

(6) Each January, and as otherwise frequently as may be deemed necessary and appropriate by the Commission, the Commission shall propose and submit to the Governor and the General Assembly legislative changes to increase inclusion and diversity in State government.

(7) The Commission shall have oversight over the following entities:

(A) the Illinois African American African-American Family Commission;

(B) the Illinois Latino Family Commission;

(C) the Asian American Family Commission;

(D) the Illinois Muslim American Advisory Council;

(E) the Illinois African-American Fair Contracting Commission created under Executive Order 2018-07; and

(F) the Business Enterprise Council for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities.

(8) The Commission shall adopt any rules necessary for the implementation and administration of the requirements of this Act.

(9) The Commission shall exercise the authority and duties provided to it under Section 45-57 of the Illinois Procurement Code.

(10) The Commission is responsible for completing studies as required by Section 35-15 of the Illinois Community Reinvestment Act.

(Source: P.A. 102-29, eff. 6-25-21; 102-671, eff. 11-30-21; 103-865, eff. 1-1-25; 103-959, eff. 1-1-25; revised 11-26-24.)

(Text of Section after amendment by P.A. 103-961)

Sec. 40-10. Powers and duties. In addition to the other powers and duties which may be prescribed in this Act or elsewhere, the Commission shall have the following powers and duties:

(1) The Commission shall have a role in all State and university procurement by facilitating and streamlining communications between the Business Enterprise Council for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities, the purchasing entities, the Chief Procurement Officers, and others.

(2) The Commission may create a scoring evaluation for State agency directors, public university presidents and chancellors, and public community college presidents. The scoring shall be based on the following 3 principles: (i) increasing capacity; (ii) growing revenue; and (iii) enhancing credentials. These principles should be the foundation of the agency compliance plan required under Section 6 of the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities Act.

(3) The Commission shall exercise the authority and duties provided to it under Section 5-7 of the Illinois Procurement Code.

(4) The Commission, working with State agencies, shall provide support for diversity in State hiring.

(5) The Commission shall supervise the implementation and effectiveness of supplier diversity training of the State procurement workforce.

(6) Each January, and as otherwise frequently as may be deemed necessary and appropriate by the Commission, the Commission shall propose and submit to the Governor and the General Assembly legislative changes to increase inclusion and diversity in State government.

(7) The Commission shall have oversight over the following entities:

(A) the Illinois African American African-American Family Commission;

(B) the Illinois Latino Family Commission;

(C) the Asian American Family Commission;

(D) the Illinois Muslim American Advisory Council;

(E) the Illinois African-American Fair Contracting Commission created under Executive Order 2018-07; and

(F) the Business Enterprise Council for Minorities, Women, and Persons with Disabilities.

(7.5) The Commission shall have oversight over the collection of supplier diversity reports by State agencies to the extent that those agencies are required to collect supplier diversity reports. This oversight shall include publishing, on the Commission's website, a copy of each such supplier diversity report submitted to a State agency and may include conducting an annual hearing with each State agency to discuss ongoing compliance with supplier diversity reporting requirements. The Commission is not responsible for ensuring compliance by the filers of supplier diversity reports to their respective agencies. The agencies subject to oversight by the Commission and the relevant voluntary supplier diversity reports include the following:

(A) the Health Facilities and Services Review Board for hospitals;

(B) the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for tax credit recipients under the Economic Development for a Growing Economy Tax Credit Act;

(C) the Illinois Commerce Commission for utilities and railroads;

(D) the Illinois Gaming Board for casinos; and

(E) the Illinois Racing Board for race tracks.

(7.6) The Commission may hold public workshops focused on specific industries and reports to collaboratively connect diverse enterprises with entities that manage supplier diversity programs. These workshops may be modeled after Illinois Commerce Commission hearings for utilities and railroads that include a collaborative discussion of filed supplier diversity reports.

(8) The Commission shall adopt any rules necessary for the implementation and administration of the requirements of this Act.

(9) The Commission shall exercise the authority and duties provided to it under Section 45-57 of the Illinois Procurement Code.

(10) The Commission is responsible for completing studies as required by Section 35-15 of the Illinois Community Reinvestment Act.

(Source: P.A. 102-29, eff. 6-25-21; 102-671, eff. 11-30-21; 103-865, eff. 1-1-25; 103-959, eff. 1-1-25; 103-961, eff. 7-1-25; revised 11-26-24.)

Section 95. No acceleration or delay. Where this Act makes changes in a statute that is represented in this Act by text that is not yet or no longer in effect (for example, a Section represented by multiple versions), the use of that text does not accelerate or delay the taking effect of (i) the changes made by this Act or (ii) provisions derived from any other Public Act.

Section 99. Effective date. This Act takes effect upon becoming law.