Signal Illinois signs law formally recognizing Employment Social Enterprises

Summary

Illinois' governor signed House Bill 3751 into law, formally recognizing Employment Social Enterprises in state statute. The law places these enterprises under the state's Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, within its Office of Economic Equity and Empowerment. It is designed to give them easier access to business support programs, grants, loans and public procurement opportunities. The law also aims to expand employment opportunities for marginalized populations. Illinois becomes the third US state to codify Employment Social Enterprises into law.