HB5096 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)
LOC GOV-HOTEL/REFUGEE SHELTER
Last Action
2/10/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Counties Code. Provides that the corporate authorities of a county may not allow a hotel within the county that is not within the boundaries of a municipality to operate as a refugee shelter unless the hotel has received permission to operate as a refugee shelter from the corporate authorities of the county. Provides that the corporate authorities of a county may only provide a hotel with permission to operate as a refugee shelter for a period of not more than 2 years. Provides that the corporate authorities of a county may renew a hotel's permission to operate as a refugee shelter. Provides that the corporate authorities of a county shall require a hotel operating as a refugee shelter to comply with the zoning laws of the county. Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Adds similar requirements for the corporate authorities of a municipality concerning hotels operating within municipalities.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2/05/2026 | House | Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar |
| 2/10/2026 | House | First Reading |
| 2/10/2026 | House | Referred to Rules Committee |