Illinois HB 5413: WORK COMP-FIRST RESPONDERS
Status: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (as of 2026-04-17)
State: Illinois · Session: 104th · Bill: HB 5413
Sponsors: Michael J. Kelly, Marcus C. Evans, Jr.
Bill Text
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