AI Regulation · Illinois
Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment
HB 3773 - enacted in Illinois.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2024
- Enacted
- 6
- States with ai regulation laws
- 62/100
- Illinois strictness
The bottom line
Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment is an enacted law in Illinois, part of a still-emerging ai regulation landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2026-01-01
- 6
- states have ai regulation laws
- 10/10
- ai regulation laws enacted nationally
- 62/100
- Illinois strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official Illinois legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
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 compiled this entry's data on 2026-03-18; consult the linked official source for the current, authoritative text.
Nationally, 10 ai regulation statutes have been enacted 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.
How Illinois compares on ai regulation
6 states regulate ai regulation - Illinois ranks #4 by overall regulatory strictness. Bar = state strictness score (0–100).
| # | State | Strictness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 100 |
| 2 | Colorado | 76 |
| 3 | Texas | 69 |
| 4 | Illinois (this state) | 62 |
| 5 | New York | 62 |
| 6 | Utah | 55 |
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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The bottom line
This law is already in force - here's what matters for ai regulation compliance.
- Illinois Human Rights Act — AI Amendment is enacted in Illinois, effective 2026-01-01. Official source
- 6 states now regulate ai regulation; Illinois ranks #4 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation Illinois tracks across all five policy areas. Illinois profile
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