Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is expected to sign Senate Bill 1563, or the Squatter Bill, into law. The bill addresses the squatter problem in Illinois, making it easier for police to remove ...

Illinois' "Squatter Bill" will simplify eviction of squatters, giving police more authority to act without waiting for court proceedings.

Governor JB Pritzker has signed a new bill into law aimed at clarifying the role of law enforcement in removing squatters from properties.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is set to sign a "Squatter Bill," to help property owners fast-track the removal of squatters from a home.

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The bill stipulates that police can enforce criminal trespassing charges against a squatter. “Squatters are a problem ... The law takes effect Jan. 1. Capitol News Illinois is a nonprofit, nonpartisan ...

There is some good news for a Chicago couple who said an alleged squatter moved into their property and would not leave.

Gov. Pritzker to sign Illinois "Squatter Bill" into law, spokesperson says “Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is expected to sign Senate Bill 1563, or the Squatter Bill, into law.

Gov. JB Pritzker signed a measure intended to allow law enforcement to remove squatters without the need for a lengthy court eviction process.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a bill empowering police to remove squatters from residential properties without a court-ordered eviction, fast-tracking what had previously been a drawn-out ...