SB2989 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

DNA MATCH ACCOUNTABILITY ACT
Last Action
1/29/2026 - Senate: Referred to Assignments
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Linda Holmes
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
New Act  
Synopsis As Introduced
Creates the DNA Match Notification, Tracking, and Accountability Act. Provides that, no later than one year after the effective date of the Act, the Illinois State Police shall establish and maintain a statewide automated DNA match tracking system to solve cases. Provides that the Illinois State Police may (1) purchase a commercial off-the-shelf software system for tracking if the system meets all of the requirements and (2) apply for federal funding to establish and maintain the automated DNA match tracking system. Provides that the automated DNA match tracking system shall (1) be electronic and cloud-based; (2) receive DNA match notifications from all accredited crime laboratories; (3) automatically route notifications and reminders to designated receiving agencies; (4) record and time-stamp subsequent actions taken by receiving agencies and flag notifications for supervisory review upon missed deadlines or inactivity; (5) produce audit logs, compliance reports, and performance metrics; and (6) ensure data security consistent with applicable privacy and information security laws.
Actions
DateChamberAction
1/29/2026SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Linda Holmes
1/29/2026SenateFirst Reading
1/29/2026SenateReferred to Assignments