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Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that a person commits unlawful use of a covered animal (rather than an elephant) in a traveling animal act when he or she knowingly allows for the participation of a covered animal (rather than an African elephant (Loxodonta africana) or Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) protected under the federal Endangered Species Act of 1973) in a traveling animal act. Provides that the provision does not apply to a performance of covered animals (rather than an exhibition of elephants) at a non-mobile, permanent institution, or other fixed facility, if the covered animal is not transported to such location for the purpose of such performance. Provides that unlawful use of a covered animal in a traveling animal act is a Class A misdemeanor. Provides that the provisions are in addition to, and not in lieu of, any other laws protecting animal welfare. Provides that the provision may not be construed to limit any State law or rules protecting the welfare of animals or to prevent a local governing body from adopting and enforcing its own animal welfare laws and regulations. Defines "covered animal" to mean: (1) elephantidae; (2) felidae, but excluding a domestic cat; (3) non-human primate; and (4) ursidae, or any of their hybrids. Contains a severability provision. Effective July 1, 2026.
Introduced
Jan 13, 2026
Last Action
Mar 13, 2026
Session
IL 104th
Sponsors
1 primary · 2 co
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
To Criminal Law Clear Compliance
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Laura Fine
Assigned to Criminal Law
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Linda Holmes
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Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura