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HB5005 - 104th General Assembly

MUNI CD-POLICE COLLEGE DEGREES
Last Action
2/10/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Patrick Sheehan
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
65 ILCS 5/10-1-7from Ch. 24, par. 10-1-7
65 ILCS 5/10-2.1-6from Ch. 24, par. 10-2.1-6
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that applicants who are 21 years of age or older may not be required to obtain any collegiate-level education or a collegiate level degree as a prerequisite to take an examination for a position as a policeman or for appointment to active duty with the police department. Makes conforming changes.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
2/04/2026 House Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Patrick Sheehan
2/10/2026 House First Reading
2/10/2026 House Referred to Rules Committee