STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Illinois SB1147 is a bill that makes a minor technical change to the short title of the Department of Natural Resources World Shooting and Recreational Complex Act. The change is intended to clarify the title without altering the substance of the law. This type of amendment is common in legislative processes to ensure accuracy and clarity in legal texts.

IL SB1147 is a senate bill in the Illinois 104th General Assembly, sponsored by John Curran (R), currently “Introduced” since January 24, 2025.

We track 11,220 Illinois bills this session, 350 of them sponsored by John Curran.

The key recorded vote (Senate, March 19, 2025) ended 6–0 and passed.

Supporters of SB1147 would argue that this bill is a necessary step to ensure that state laws are clear and precise. By making technical changes, the legislation helps maintain the integrity of the legal framework governing recreational activities in Illinois. This bill demonstrates a commitment to keeping state regulations up to date and accessible.

Critics might argue that SB1147 is a waste of legislative resources, focusing on minor technicalities rather than addressing more pressing issues facing the Department of Natural Resources. They may view the bill as an unnecessary distraction from significant legislative efforts that could have a more substantial impact on the state's recreational policies. Some could question the prioritization of such changes in the context of broader state challenges.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.