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Neutral Bill Mar 16, 2026

POLICE MENTAL HEALTH LEAVE ACT

Creates the Police Mental Health Leave Act. Provides that a law enforcement officer suffering from a mental illness as a result of a traumatic event shall be entitled to use 5 days of paid mental health leave during any 12-month period. Requires a law enforcement agency to adopt a mental health leave policy that includes specified provisions. Sets forth provisions concerning existing leave policies; employee protections; retaliation; and recordkeeping. Provides for a private right of action.

https://legiscan.com/IL/bill/HB4715/2025
Patrick Sheehan State Representative
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