Illinois HB 4725: WORKER PROTECTION UNIT
Status: Passed Both Houses (as of 2026-05-20)
State: Illinois · Session: 104th · Bill: HB 4725
Sponsors: Jay Hoffman, Omar Aquino, Theresa Mah
Bill Text
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