Quick Link to Illinois Laws Related to Audiology

Illinois Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology Act

This law defines the licensing requirements and scope of practice of Audiologists in Illinois. 

click here for the il SLP & AUdiology ACT

Click here for the il SLP & AUDIOLOGY act administrative code

Illinois Hearing Instrument Consumer Protection Act

This law defines the requirements for fitting and dispensing hearing instruments in the state of Illinois.

click here for the consumer protection act

click here for the consumer protection act administrative code 

Illinois Adult & Pediatric Hearing Aid Coverage Mandate 

(TAKING EFFECT JANUARY 1, 2025)

This law requires insurance companies to provide hearing aid coverage for individuals of all ages when prescribed by a hearing care professional. There are some exceptions to this law.

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Press Release: Illinois Becomes First State to Enact Landmark Consumer Protection Law for Hearing Care Plans 

The Illinois Academy of Audiology (ILAA) applauds Governor JB Pritzker for signing
Senate Bill 2838 (SB2838) into law, making Illinois the first state in the nation to enact legislation specifically designed to strengthen consumer protections and improve transparency for hearing care plans.

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CLICK HERE FOR FAQs on SB2838