House Sponsors: HANNIG AND BOLAND. Short description: AMUSEMENT RIDER SAFETY ACT Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Creates the Amusement Rider Safety Act. Requires an owner of an amusement facility, amusement park, or temporary carnival to post signs that include the location of the station for reporting an injury or accident and the location of a first aid station. Provides that the owner shall post a sign at each amusement ride that states operational instructions, safety guidelines, and certain warnings as to rider responsibilities. Permits the operator of a ride to prevent a rider who is perceived to be unable to safely ride due to a physical or mental condition, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs, from boarding or riding an amusement ride. Requires an injured rider to file a written report of injury before leaving the park and provides exceptions. Establishes various classes of misdemeanor penalties. Effective immediately. CORRECTIONAL NOTE (Dept. of Corrections) There is no corrections population or fiscal impact. FISCAL NOTE (Ill. State Police) HB601 would cause no fiscal impact on the State Police. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 01-01-09 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status