Illinois HB 4435: CORPORATE ELECTION ACTIVITIES
Status: Referred to Rules Committee (as of 2026-01-20)
State: Illinois · Session: 104th · Bill: HB 4435
Sponsors: Sharon Chung
Bill Text
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