HB5193 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

EMS MENTAL FACILITY TRANSPORT
Last Action
2/10/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Michael J. Kelly
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
210 ILCS 50/3.155  
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems Act. In provisions concerning when EMS personnel may contact Online Medical Control or an EMS Medical Director or Emergency Communications Registered Nurse to request bypass or diversion of the closest emergency department and request transport to the closest or appropriate EMS System-approved mental health facility, removes the requirement that the patient must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/05/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Michael J. Kelly
2/10/2026HouseFirst Reading
2/10/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee