Which agency is responsible for enforcing the Illinois Human Rights Act?

The Illinois Human Rights Commission is responsible for enforcing the Illinois Human Rights Act. This agency specifically investigates complaints of discrimination and is empowered to hold hearings and issue decisions regarding those complaints. The Human Rights Commission provides a forum for individuals who feel they have been discriminated against based on various protected categories, such as race, gender, and disability.

Its role includes addressing violations of the Illinois Human Rights Act, ensuring that individuals have recourse when they experience discrimination or harassment. The Illinois Labor Relations Board, the Department of Employment Security, and the Illinois State Bar Association do not have this specific mandate to enforce human rights protections, thus reinforcing the unique responsibility of the Human Rights Commission in this area.