The Illinois State Legislature has introduced legislation regulating the installation of electrical and electronic systems. As introduced, Senate Bill 2760 does not specifically exempt those who install low-voltage systems.

Senate Bill 2760 creates the Electricians Licensing Act and has been assigned to the Licensed Activities Committee. Senate Bill 2760 may be scheduled for a hearing as soon as
March 12, 2008 at the next Licensed Activities Committee hearing.

Synopsis of Senate Bill 2760
Creates the Electricians Licensing Act. Provides for the regulation of electricians and electrical contractors by the Department of Labor. Sets forth powers and duties of the Director of Labor, licensure requirements, grounds for discipline, penalties for violation of the Act, and administrative procedure. Establishes the Illinois State Board of Electrical Examiners. Effective January 1, 2009.

Please review Senate Bill 2760 and forward your comments by Tuesday, March 11, 2008 indicating how this proposed legislation would impact your ability to operate your business.

Senate Bill 2760
CEDIA is not opposed to licensing, but Senate Bill 2760, as currently written, could severely impede the electronic systems profession and in turn CEDIA members.

Please read Senate Bill 2760 and forward any comments to publicpolicy@cedia.org. Your input is vital in influencing the legislative process.

Thank you and I await your comments following your review of the proposed legislation.

Darren Reaman
Public Policy Manager
(800) 669-5329 ext. 144