Illinois Human Rights Act Amendments: Employment & AI

This Act amends the Illinois Human Rights Act, specifically altering sections concerning definitions and civil rights violations in employment. It expands the definition of "employee" to include certain unpaid interns and clarifies the definitions of "employer," "employment agency," and "labor organisation." The updated Act details various unlawful employment practices, such as discrimination, harassment (including of non-employees), and restrictions on language. Furthermore, it addresses religious discrimination, pregnancy-related accommodations, mandatory workplace notices, and the use of artificial intelligence in employment decisions, with these changes taking effect on January 1, 2026.