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February 13, 2026 | General Updates
Reminder: Public Bodies May Not Hold a Public Meeting on March 17, 2026
March 17, 2026 is a General Primary Election Day, and public bodies may not hold meetings that day under the Open Meetings Act. Make sure your board calendar reflects this change.
February 10, 2026 | General Updates
Illinois Appellate Court Upholds TIF Despite Preexisting Development
In a significant decision for local governments and taxing bodies, the Illinois Appellate Court affirmed the Village of Winfield’s creation of a new TIF, even though substantial redevelopment by Central DuPage Hospital had already begun prior to its formal enactment.
February 3, 2026 | General Updates
New Proposed FOIA Legislation Seeks Practical Relief for Public Bodies
The Illinois General Assembly is back in session. We worked with partner firms to introduce FOIA legislation sponsored by Representative Daniel Didech to address public sector client concerns while preserving FOIA’s purpose. The bills have not yet been voted on and may be amended. A summary follows.
November 18, 2025 | General Updates
End of Year Levy Reminders
With levy time approaching, public bodies should be mindful of the applicable deadlines and other legislative requirements impacting levies and other public finance matters.
October 17, 2025 | General Updates
Illinois Passes Package of Amendments to OMA and FOIA
The Illinois General Assembly passed an omnibus bill encompassing a wide range of changes to the Illinois OMA and FOIA in Senate Bill 0243. The amendments include significant updates that public bodies should be aware of as they manage board meetings and the increasing number of FOIA requests that could create cybersecurity risks.
June 27, 2025 | General Updates
Supreme Court Clarifies Disability Discrimination Claim Requirements for Retired Employees
On June 20, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court released its decision in the case of Stanley v. City of Stanford, Florida. Read more in our latest law alert
June 6, 2025 | General Updates
Supreme Court Reverses “Reverse Discrimination” Employment Law Standard
On June 4, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court released its decision in the case of Ames v. Ohio Dept. of Youth Services.
May 27, 2025 | General Updates
“First Amendment Audits” Test Boundaries at Public Institutions
Public institutions are seeing a rise in “First Amendment audits,” where private citizens enter public spaces, record video, and often request documents under Illinois FOIA. Read more in our latest law alert.
April 1, 2025 | General Updates
2025 Elections Infographic
Stay informed! Learn more about key dates and requirements for elected officials here.
February 18, 2025 | General Updates
Federal Government Issues New Guidance on DEI Enforcement
On February 14, 2025, the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), released a Dear Colleague letter to state and local educational institutions. The guidance and important implications are analyzed below.
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