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Illinois Family Responsibility Protections Expand Worker Rights in 2025
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.