Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment

HB 3773

Enacted
2024-08-09
Effective
2026-01-01
Status
enacted
Verified
2026-03-18

Regulatory Snapshot: Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment

Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment (HB 3773) is an enacted law in Illinois under the AI Regulation category. It was enacted on 2024-08-09 and becomes effective on 2026-01-01. Illinois currently reports 9 tracked regulations with 8 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 62/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch last verified this entry on 2026-03-18.

Nationally, 10 states have enacted ai regulation statutes and 0 additional bills remain pending — 6 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places Illinois within a still-emerging ai regulation landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in HB 3773 itself.

Applicability under Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment: All IL employers using AI for employment decisions. Penalty exposure is documented as: Full IHRA penalties including compensatory damages. Notable exemptions: Standard IHRA religious org exemptions..

Summary

Prohibits discriminatory AI in employment decisions.

Key Requirements

No AI discrimination on protected characteristics. Employee notification of AI use.

Penalties

Full IHRA penalties including compensatory damages.

Applicability

All IL employers using AI for employment decisions.

Exemptions

Standard IHRA religious org exemptions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which states have ai regulation regulations?

As of the last verification, 6 states have enacted ai regulation regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. Illinois is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all ai regulation regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.

When was Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment enacted?

Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment was enacted on 2024-08-09 and became effective on 2026-01-01. It was introduced as HB 3773.

What are the penalties for violating Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment?

Full IHRA penalties including compensatory damages. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.

Does Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment apply to small businesses?

All IL employers using AI for employment decisions. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.

How does Illinois compare to other states on ai regulation?

Illinois has a regulatory strictness score of 62/100, based on 8 enacted regulations out of 9 tracked. Nationally, 6 states have enacted ai regulation laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.

Where can I read the full text of Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment?

The official text of Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment (HB 3773) is available from the Illinois legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.

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Disclaimer: This summary is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Regulation details may have changed since last verification (2026-03-18). Always consult official sources and qualified legal counsel for compliance guidance.

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