House Bill No. 6833, also known as Public Act No. 25-133, implements several technical revisions to statutes concerning planning and development. Key changes include the repeal and replacement of subsection (a) of section 4-124s, which updates the definition of "legislative body" by changing "alderman" to "aldermen." The bill also repeals section 7-339hh and introduces a new framework for costs eligible for payment from a district master plan fund, specifying categories such as improvements within and outside tax increment districts, economic development, and environmental enhancements. Additionally, amendments to section 7-393 establish requirements for filing audit reports, including the necessity for certified copies to be submitted to various authorities and the introduction of penalties for late filings, with provisions for waivers under certain conditions.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the designation and funding processes for municipalities facing fiscal challenges, allowing the Municipal Accountability Review Board to reclassify municipalities based on specific financial criteria. It mandates a public comment period before the Governor can approve such designations and outlines eligibility for funding from the Municipal Restructuring Fund for tier II, III, or IV municipalities, requiring detailed restructuring plans for approval. The bill also amends state grant eligibility for renters, particularly for elderly and disabled individuals, defining a married couple as one tenant and setting income limits for grant qualification. It allows renters receiving cash assistance to remain eligible for grants, with adjustments made to the grant amount, and provides mobile home owners with options under different legal provisions. Overall, the bill aims to enhance municipal planning, financial accountability, and support for vulnerable renters.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 7-339hh, 7-393, 7-576i
PD Joint Favorable: 7-339hh, 7-393, 7-576i
File No. 33: 7-339hh, 7-393, 7-576i
Public Act No. 25-133: 7-339hh, 7-393, 7-576i