7/22/05-A new rule in Illinois brings the state into compliance with the USA Patriot Act’s provisions on background checks for hazmat drivers.
Gov. Rod Blagojevich signed a bill into law July 21 that sets up the state to conduct its portion of the fingerprint-based background checks now required of hazmat drivers, a process being led by the federal Transportation Security Administration.
The measure – SB1825 – won widespread support from state legislators.

6/2/05-The House unanimously approved a bill last week that would bring the state into compliance with the USA Patriot Act’s provisions on background checks for hazmat drivers.
The bill, which passed the Senate 56-2 in April, has been forwarded to Gov. Rod Blagojevich for his signature.
Sponsored by Sen. Terry Link, D-Lake Bluff, SB1825 would set up the state to conduct its portion of the fingerprint-based background checks now required of hazmat drivers, a process being led by the federal Transportation Security Administration.
For bill status, call (217) 782-4517.

5/24/05-The House Transportation and Motor Vehicles Committee has unanimously approved a bill that would bring the state into compliance with the USA Patriot Act’s provisions on background checks for hazmat drivers.
SB1825, sponsored by Sen. Terry Link, D-Lake Bluff, would set up the state to conduct its portion of the fingerprint-based background checks now required of hazmat drivers, a process being led by the federal Transportation Security Administration.
The bill, which previously passed the Senate, has been sent to the full House for consideration.
For bill status, call (217) 782-4517.

4/27/05-The Senate voted 56-2 April 15 to approve a bill that would bring the state into compliance with the USA Patriot Act’s provisions on hazmat drivers.
SB1825, sponsored by Sen. Terry Link, D-Lake Bluff, would set up the state to conduct its portion of the fingerprint-based background checks now required of hazmat drivers, a process being led by the federal Transportation Security Administration.
It is in the House Rules Committee.
For bill status, call (217) 782-4517.

3/21/05-The Senate Transportation Committee has unanimously approved a bill that would bring the state into compliance with the USA Patriot Act’s provisions on hazmat drivers.
SB1825, sponsored by Sen. Terry Link, D-Lake Bluff, would set up the state to conduct its portion of the fingerprint-based background checks now required of hazmat drivers, a process being led by the federal Transportation Security Administration.
The bill is awaiting a final vote before the full Senate. If approved, it would head to the House for further consideration.
For Senate bill status, call (217) 782-4517.