Illinois 2023-2024 Regular Session

Illinois Senate Bill SB1464

Introduced
2/7/23  
Refer
2/7/23  
Refer
2/14/23  

Caption

HUMBOLDT PARK MEDICAL DISTRICT

Impact

The Act expands the rights and powers of the newly formed commission, allowing it to acquire, manage, and dispose of property within the district, thereby facilitating the construction of healthcare and ancillary facilities. The legislation further amends existing laws, such as the Eminent Domain Act and the State Finance Act, to include provisions allowing the commission to exercise eminent domain within specific guidelines. These changes aim to streamline property acquisition necessary for district development, thus enabling a faster realization of the district's objectives, such as improving healthcare accessibility and enhancing research facilities.

Summary

SB1464, titled the Humboldt Park Community Medical District Act, establishes a designated medical district in the City of Chicago. The district's boundaries are defined as being south of Division Street, between Sacramento Boulevard on the west and California Avenue on the east, and north of Augusta Boulevard. The primary goal of this Act is to attract and retain medical centers of excellence, state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, and emerging technology enterprises. To manage this district, a commission known as the Humboldt Park Community Medical District Commission is created, consisting of nine appointed members and three ex-officio members tasked with overseeing operations related to the district's development and maintenance.

Contention

One of the notable areas of contestation surrounding SB1464 pertains to the eminent domain provisions and the potential impacts on existing properties and residents within the defined boundaries. Critics may voice concerns regarding property rights and displacement of current occupants as the commission gains powers to acquire property in furtherance of its goals. Additionally, questions could be raised about accountability and oversight, given that the commission will have significant authority with less direct public governance, particularly regarding public hearings and the transparency of the decision-making process.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IL HB3786

ALEXANDER/PULASKI MEDICAL DIST

IL HB1227

CALUMET COMMUNITY MED DIST

IL HB4953

CALUMET COMMUNITY MED DIST

IL HB3342

CALUMET COMMUNITY MED DIST

IL HB1075

PARK DIST AQUARIUM/MUSEUM ACT

IL HB2488

CORONERS & MEDICAL EXAMINERS

IL SB0688

LOCAL GOVERNMENT-TECH

IL HB1016

PRETRIAL DETENTION-INNOCENCE

IL HB2146

FOSTER CARE SAFETY NET ACT

IL HB1015

CRT CLAIMS-UNJUST IMPRISONMENT

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