HB 820

Abstract

Creates the Carnival Worker Registration Act. Requires carnival workers who work during those hours in which the carnival is open to the public to obtain a Carnival Worker Identification Card from the Department of Labor. Sets forth rules and procedures for obtaining an identification card. Provides that an application for an identification card shall be denied if the applicant (i) has ever been convicted of any sex offense, (ii) is a registered sex offender, or (iii) has ever been convicted of any homicide offense. Contains other carnival worker requirements. Provides that a carnival owner, upon the request of the fair board or the municipality or county within which the carnival is to be set up, run, operated, or conducted, must provide copies of all Carnival Worker Identification Cards for carnival employees who will work at the site. Amends the Illinois Municipal Code to make a corresponding change. Amends the Carnival and Amusement Rides Safety Act. Requires the Department, in conjunction with the Carnival-Amusement Safety Board, to establish training standards for carnival employees responsible for the operation of amusement rides or amusement attractions regulated under the Act. Effective immediately.