Legal News & Updates
Legal Updates
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.
September 17, 2025 | Law Alerts
Understanding How Informal Meetings Can Trigger Open Meetings Act
On August 12, 2025, the PAC issued binding opinion 25-011, finding that the Washington County Board violated the OMA by attending an informational meeting hosted by a private company regarding a proposed energy project in Washington County.
September 2, 2025 | Law Alerts
The Implications of Andrews on the Landscape of the Tort Immunity Act
When faced with litigation, Illinois school districts and municipalities, i.e. governmental entities, rely heavily on the Local Governmental and Governmental Employees Tort Immunity Act (“Tort Immunity Act”).
August 26, 2025 | Law Alerts
DOJ’s Web Accessibility Rule – Preparing for Compliance
The U.S. Department of Justice finalized a new rule under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) expanding digital accessibility requirements for state and local government entities that receive federal financial assistance.
August 21, 2025 | Law Alerts
Seventh Circuit Revisits Teacher’s Name/Pronoun Usage Accommodation Claim Under Title VII
On August 5, 2025, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit issued its decision in Kluge v. Brownsburg Community School Corporation, which examined a religious discrimination claim brought by a public school teacher that refused to utilize the preferred names and pronouns of students on religious grounds.
August 6, 2025 | Law Alerts
Change to Competitive Bidding Threshold for Park Districts
Illinois Senate Bill 1612, amending the Illinois Park District Code, the Conservation District Act and the Downstate Forest Preserve District Act, was signed into law by Governor JB Pritzker on August 1, 2025 and became effective immediately.
July 23, 2025 | Law Alerts
The Stop Campus Hazing Act: Expanded Federal Requirements for Higher Education Institutions
The Act imposes new requirements on institutions receiving federal student aid, including community colleges. These requirements increase transparency, prevention, and accountability regarding campus hazing.
July 17, 2025 | In Brief, Legal Updates
Guidance on Limiting Access to Publicly Accessible Areas
Public bodies are sometimes faced with significant challenges when members of the general public attempt to access certain areas of their facilities. While public spaces are typically intended to be open and accessible to the general public, such openness can sometimes lead to disruptive behavior and safety concerns.
