Illinois HB 3230: SPEECH PROTECTION-GOVT/PRIVATE
Status: Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Amy L. Grant (as of 2025-03-13)
State: Illinois · Session: 104th · Bill: HB 3230
Sponsors: Tom Weber, Amy L. Grant, Christopher "C.D." Davidsmeyer, Martin McLaughlin
Bill Text
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