Illinois HB 5770: CIVIL LAW-TECH
Status: Referred to Rules Committee (as of 2026-05-12)
State: Illinois · Session: 104th · Bill: HB 5770
Sponsors: Ann M. Williams, Ryan Spain
Bill Text
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