Blair-Sherlock supports SB3645 to extend Radiation Protection Act repeal to 2037

Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock (D-46th) cast a Yes vote for SB3645 during the 104th General Assembly on May 31, 2026, extending the repeal date for the Radiation Protection Act of 1990. The Illinois House passed the bill 111-0.

The bill's official summary reads: "REGULATORY SUNSET-RADIATION."

The section below offers a breakdown based on the actual bill language and interpretations meant to clarify how the measure operates.

Essentially, the legislation modifies the Illinois Regulatory Sunset Act by moving the Radiation Protection Act of 1990 from the roster of laws due to expire Jan. 1, 2027, to a new section scheduling its repeal for Jan. 1, 2037. Other professional licensing, insurance and regulatory statutes remain set for repeal in 2027. The purpose of the bill is to extend Illinois’ regulatory authority over radiation protection activities by 10 years. It becomes effective immediately once enacted.

SB3645's official action was noted as 'Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed'.

Blair-Sherlock holds an AA from College of DuPage (1985), a BS from Northern Illinois University (1987), and a JD from John Marshall Law School (1993).

The Democratic representative was elected to the Illinois State House in 2023, succeeding Deborah Conroy in the 46th House District.

Legislation in Illinois proceeds through a multi-step legislative process that includes introduction in the House or Senate, committee consideration, floor debate, and votes in both chambers. Bills then advance to the governor for approval or veto. The General Assembly operates on a biennial schedule; thousands of bills are introduced during each session, but only a small proportion are ultimately enacted.