SB2791 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

VEH CD-ELECTRONIC COMM DEVICES
Last Action
3/27/2026 - Senate: Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Laura M. Murphy
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
625 ILCS 5/12-610.2  
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that using an electronic communication device includes recording a video, holding a device in one's hand or lap, composing, sending, or reading any text-based communication, or browsing the Internet. Provides that a person is presumed to be in use of an electronic communication device while driving if the electronic communication device is observed in the person's hand while the vehicle is in motion or stopped in traffic. Changes the penalties for the use of an electronic communication device while driving to: for a first offense, a fine not to exceed $250 (instead of $75); for a second offense, a fine not to exceed $500 (instead of $100) and the person must complete a Distracted Driving Safety Course; and for a third or subsequent offense, a fine not to exceed $750 (instead of $125) and a suspension of the person's driver's license for a period of not less than 3 months and not more than 6 months. Includes exceptions for a public transit or commercial driver using a digital dispatch device within the scope of employment and a driver using the phone for a brief, specific purpose while the vehicle is fully and completely stopped at a red light, as long as the purpose is achieved and the electronic communication device use ceases before the light turns green. Requires that the exception for a driver using an electronic communication device in hands-free or voice-operated mode must be 18 or older. Authorizes a municipality to establish an automated distracted driving enforcement program. Provides for the implementation of a distracted driving awareness campaign. Makes other changes. Effective January 1, 2027.
Actions
DateChamberAction
1/13/2026SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Laura M. Murphy
1/13/2026SenateFirst Reading
1/13/2026SenateReferred to Assignments
2/03/2026SenateAssigned to Criminal Law
2/24/2026SenateSenate Committee Amendment No. 1 Filed with Secretary by Sen. Laura M. Murphy
2/24/2026SenateSenate Committee Amendment No. 1 Referred to Assignments
2/24/2026SenateTo Criminal Law Clear Compliance
3/03/2026SenateSenate Committee Amendment No. 1 Assignments Refers to Criminal Law
3/13/2026SenateRule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026
3/27/2026SenateRule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments