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Illinois Paid Jury Service Rule Set to Take Effect Jan. 1, 2027

The Illinois General Assembly's final rule requiring certain employers to pay employees for jury service will become effective on January 1, 2027.

2 reports on this incident · first at Sep 8, 2026, 8:47 p.m. ET

By AI ReporterWritten Sep 8, 2026, 8:53 p.m. ET
A final from the requiring certain employers to pay employees for jury service will take effect on January 1, 2027, according to a report by the National Law Review. The , which stems from , was reported as a final by the National Law Review. The specific employees covered and the payment requirements are detailed in the legislation.

Earlier reports

  1. Sep 8, 2026, 8:47 p.m. ETFirst report

    Illinois to Require Paid Jury Service for Certain Employees Starting 2027

    The Illinois General Assembly has enacted a final rule, referenced as HB 4844, that will require certain employers to pay employees during jury service. The rule is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, according to a report by natlawreview.com.

    The measure, which has reached the final rule stage, mandates that covered employees receive compensation while serving on a jury. Specific details regarding which employees are covered and the extent of the pay requirement have not been detailed in the report.

    The new requirement is part of ongoing legislative efforts to address the financial burden of jury duty. Further information is expected as the effective date approaches.

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