A new Illinois AI hiring law expands civil rights protections by regulating how employers use artificial intelligence in hiring and employment decisions. Effective January 1, 2026, Illinois House Bill 3773—now Public Act 103-0804—amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to address a growing concern nationwide: discriminatory outcomes caused by automated decision-making systems.

Illinois family responsibility protections now safeguard employees who care for loved ones from discrimination in the workplace. As of January 1, 2025, “family responsibilities” is a protected category under the Illinois Human Rights Act, ensuring workers are judged by their job performance—not their caregiving obligations.

Illinois has enacted Public Act 103-0785, a significant amendment to the Illinois Human Rights Act that explicitly prohibits discrimination based on reproductive health decisions. This law, effective January 1, 2025, expands protections in employment, housing, financial services, and public accommodations, ensuring that individuals cannot face adverse treatment due to their reproductive healthcare choices.

The Illinois Human Rights Act safeguards individuals against unfair treatment based on race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. The Act’s comprehensive coverage has made it a vital tool in promoting equity across the state. With the passage of Public Act 103-0785, which took effect on January 1, 2025, the IHRA has expanded its protections to now prohibit discrimination based on one’s actual or perceived decisions on reproductive health.