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Legislative Update – Monday, June 1, 2026
Illinois General Assembly Approves Legislation to Preserve Civil Rights Protections for Illinoisians Through SB3777
SPRINGFIELD, IL– The Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) today applauded the Illinois General Assembly’s passage of Senate Bill 3777, legislation that codifies disparate impact protections under the Illinois Human Rights Act. The measure advances at a time when federal policy changes have raised questions about the future of disparate impact enforcement, reaffirming Illinois’ longstanding commitment to equal opportunity and civil rights protections.
The legislation ensures that policies and practices that may appear neutral on their face, but result in unlawful discriminatory effects, can continue to be addressed under Illinois law in areas including employment, financial credit, and public accommodations.
The bill was sponsored by State Senator Adriane Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove) and advanced with support from civil rights advocates, community organizations, and stakeholders across Illinois.
A few examples of who this bill preserves these protections for:
- Survivors of domestic and sexual violence who are disproportionately female
- Black and Brown homeowners and consumers who face barriers from redlining
- Immigrants and naturalized citizens who face barriers to language access
- Disabled veterans who face housing voucher-based discrimination
- LGBTQ+ persons who face sex discrimination
- Students with disabilities who face inequitable school policies
The approved legislation will go to the Governor’s desk for signature; and if signed, the law will go into effect January 1, 2027.
For more information regarding legislative updates visit, idhr.illinois.gov/legislative/updates.