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NASW-IL Advocacy At Work: Gov. Signs HB 1806 Creating Nation's Strongest Safeguard Against AI Chatbots in Mental Health
Governor JB Pritzker has officially signed House Bill 1806, the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources (WOPR) Act, into law, making Illinois one of the first states in the country to directly prohibit AI from impersonating a licensed mental health professional.
NASW-IL Staff
Aug 18 min read


NASW-Illinois Chapter 2025 Illinois Spring Legislative Report
From regulating AI in therapy to securing new clinical supervision funding, this work is the result of collective action—it only happens because of you thanks to your membership, your advocacy, and your commitment to social work values.
NASW-IL Staff
Jul 95 min read


NASW-Illinois Chapter Warns: Without Action, Mental Health Access Will Move Further To a Luxury Few Can Afford
If lawmakers fail to pass HB1085 sponsored by Sen. Karina Villa, the mental health workforce crisis in Illinois will deepen, and access to care will become a privilege reserved for the wealthy.

NASW-IL Staff
May 312 min read


IL State Rep. Bob Morgan’s Ban on AI Therapists Secures Bipartisan Support, Heads to Governor’s Desk for Final Signature
IL State Rep. Bob Morgan’s Ban on AI Therapists Secures Bipartisan Support, Heads to Governor’s Desk for Final Signature
NASW-IL Staff
May 302 min read


Take Action! Slip as Proponent for HB1085 TODAY
HB1085 will result in a rate increase for all mental health and substance use disorders (MH/SUD) services through most state-regulated private health insurance plans in 2027 and contains other important reforms.
NASW-IL Staff
May 283 min read


NASW-IL Initiative HB 1806 Passes IL Senate Unanimously, Protecting Illinoisans from AI "Therapists"
HB1806 ensures that care is delivered by licensed, trained providers—not unregulated chatbots.
NASW-IL Staff
May 222 min read


HB 1715 Passes IL Senate Unanimously, Keeps DCFS Focused on Protecting Children, Not Policing Them
HB1715 removes outdated statutory language that gave the DCFS unused police authority.
NASW-IL Staff
May 212 min read


Ask NASW-IL: When can I apply for my LSW as a soon-to-graduate MSW student?
Last summer, the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) launched a virtual version of the application process for social workers. This new process has significantly sped up application processing times which, in turn, has allowed us to update our recommendations for all graduating social work students applying for the LSW.
NASW-IL Staff
Apr 154 min read


2025 NASW-IL Advocacy Day Recap
This year's format brought participants into the Illinois Capitol Building for face-to-face lobbying with their direct legislators for lobbying on key issues affecting the social work profession this session.
NASW-IL Staff
Apr 113 min read


NASW-IL DEIAB Committee Statement on President Trump's Anti-DEI Platform
President Donald J. Trump had the opportunity this inauguration week to dispel fears around his administration’s views on diversity, equity,
NASW-IL Staff
Jan 243 min read


2025 NASW-IL Lobby Leaders Program
Essential to the success of our annual Advocacy Day is the NASW-Illinois Chapter Lobby Leaders Program.
NASW-IL Staff
Jan 142 min read


ANNOUNCING: 2025 NASW-IL Advocacy Day
This year's NASW-Illinois Chapter Advocacy Day will take place on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, in Springfield, IL.
NASW-IL Staff
Jan 143 min read


Save the Date! 2025 NASW-IL Advocacy Day
This year's annual NASW-Illinois Chapter Advocacy Day has been announced for Wednesday, April 9, 2025!
NASW-IL Staff
Jan 71 min read


In Uncertain Times, We Stand Together as Social Workers
As we come together following Election Night 2024, I know many of you may be experiencing a sense of uncertainty about what the future holds

NASW-IL Staff
Nov 6, 20242 min read


ANNOUNCING! New Proposal and Legislative Guide to Support School Social Workers Across Illinois
The NASW-Illinois Chapter is excited to present two powerful new resources aimed at improving mental health support for students statewide.
NASW-IL Staff
Oct 17, 20242 min read


ISAC Renews Partial Loan Repayment Program for FY2025 for Social Work Graduates Working in IL Schools and Municipalities
ISAC is currently accepting applications for their School and Municipal Social Work Shortage Loan Repayment Program through June 30, 2025.
NASW-IL Staff
Oct 11, 20241 min read


Still Time to Apply for the Partial Loan Repayment Program for FY2025 for Social Work Graduates Working in IL Schools and Municipalities
ISAC is currently accepting applications for their School and Municipal Social Work Shortage Loan Repayment Program through June 30, 2025.
NASW-IL Staff
Oct 11, 20242 min read


ISAC Renews Partial Loan Repayment Program for FY2025 for Social Workers Working in Community Behavioral Health Care
The Community Behavioral Health Care Professional Loan Repayment Program has reopened for the 2025 fiscal year.
NASW-IL Staff
Oct 9, 20241 min read


Deadline Approaching for Post-Master of Social Work School Social Work Professional Educator License Scholarship for 2024–2025 Academic School Year
Are you currently enrolled in a post–master's of social work PEL program at a public university in Illinois to become a school social worker
NASW-IL Staff
Sep 10, 20243 min read


NASW-IL Announces Key Endorsements for 2024 Illinois General Election
The NASW-IL proudly announces its endorsements for the upcoming 2024 general elections.

NASW-IL Staff
Aug 28, 20243 min read
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