HB0872: STATE GOVERNMENT-TECH

Legislative Summary

Amends the State Finance Act. Provides that, in addition to any other amounts deposited into the Domestic Violence Shelter and Service Fund, the State Treasurer shall deposit into the Fund all moneys donated to the State by private individuals or entities to support domestic violence prevention and intervention comprehensive services. Provides that the Department of Human Services shall use moneys in the Fund to make grants to support victims of domestic violence, including victims of domestic violence who were members of the United States Armed Forces when the domestic violence occurred and who have been discharged from the United States Armed Forces. Amends the Code of Criminal Procedure of 1963 and the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986. Provides that the Supreme Court of Illinois may adopt rules that promote the use of attorneys serving on a pro bono basis to represent victims of domestic violence. Provides that orders of protection may be issued by a military commander of the United States Armed Forces. Contains other provisions.