Illinois HB 5795: PUBLIC LABOR-OPEN SESSION
Status: Referred to Rules Committee (as of 2026-05-28)
State: Illinois · Session: 104th · Bill: HB 5795
Sponsors: Norma Hernandez
Bill Text
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