Major Illinois Employment Laws for 2026

Governor Pritzker signed into law new employment–related enactments, such as the Workers’ Rights and Worker Safety Act. Existing laws, such as the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Workplace Transparency Act, and the Employee Blood and Organ Donation Act, have been amended.

This article summarizes the most important changes employers need to know.

Ogletree Deakins:
Illinois Labor and Employment Laws Taking Effect in 2026: What Employers Need to Know