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Multi-Hazard Winter Event Expected Throughout Illinois

A severe multi-hazard winter event is expected to impact the state through the weekend, bringing life-threatening cold to Northern and Central Illinois and heavy snowfall to Southern Illinois. [Read the full press release here] for a detailed breakdown of regional impacts and official safety guidance, and visit [Ready.Illinois.gov] for essential winter preparedness tips and to locate a warming center near you.

Proposed/Pending Regulations

Illinois Rulemaking Process

State Not-For-Profit Security Grant Program, 29 Ill. Adm. Code 120

IEMA-OHS has drafted amendments to this Part and a draft has been provided below for stakeholder review. These pending amendments update the rule for consistency with Public Act 104-0002.

IEMA-OHS is currently accepting public comment on the draft amendments. Any questions/comments concerning these drafts can be directed to Traci.Burton@illinois.gov until 5:00PM on January 21, 2026. 

These draft amendments have not been filed for promulgation yet, but IEMA-OHS does anticipate filing in February 2026. The public will be able to provide comment during the formal rulemaking process also. Updates regarding the status of these draft amendments will be provided on this webpage.

Use of X-Rays in the Healing Arts Including Medical, Dental, Podiatry, and Veterinary Medicine, 32 Ill. Adm. Code 360

IEMA-OHS' Office of Nuclear Safety (ONS) has drafted amendments to this Part and a draft has been provided below for stakeholder review. These pending amendments update the rule to allow an alternative, enhanced radiation protection systems,  to the currently required use of protective aprons when fluoroscopy equipment is used for Cardiac Catheterization procedures.

ONS is currently accepting public comment on the draft amendments. Any questions/comments concerning these drafts can be directed to MaryAnn.Spohrer@illinois.gov until 5:00PM on January 21, 2026. 

These draft amendments have not been filed for promulgation yet, but IEMA-OHS does anticipate filing in February 2026. The public will be able to provide comment during the formal rulemaking process also. Updates regarding the status of these draft amendments will be provided on this webpage.

Safe Operation of Nuclear Facility Boilers and Pressure Vessels, 32 Ill. Adm. Code 505

Proposed amendments were published on April 25, 2025, in the Illinois Register, Vol. 49, Issue 17, beginning page 5647.  The Agency is proposing these amendments to  update referenced code and regulation provisions and to align with current industry standards. The amendments will also update the agency's name and contact information for standards boards.  

Interested parties may submit comments regarding the proposed amendments as indicated in the Illinois Register.