Illinois HB 4142: CRIM CD-IMPEDE PEACE OFFICER
Status: Referred to Rules Committee (as of 2025-10-15)
State: Illinois · Session: 104th · Bill: HB 4142
Sponsors: Jeff Keicher, Travis Weaver
Bill Text
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