HR0614 - 104th General Assembly

LYME DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH
Last Action
2/11/2026 - House: Assigned to Public Health Committee
Synopsis As Introduced
Urges the federal government to allocate more funding toward finding a cure for Lyme disease. Encourages the Illinois State Board of Education to begin health education to prevent tick bites for children who represent the highest risk group for tick-borne diseases. Declares the month of May 2026 as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in the State of Illinois.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
1/16/2026 House Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Dan Swanson
1/20/2026 House Referred to Rules Committee
2/11/2026 House Assigned to Public Health Committee
2/26/2026 House Recommends Be Adopted Public Health Committee; 009-000-000
2/26/2026 House Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Michelle Mussman
2/26/2026 House Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth