HR0614 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

LYME DISEASE AWARENESS MONTH
Last Action

2/26/2026 - House: Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions
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

DateChamberAction
1/16/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Dan Swanson
1/20/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee
2/11/2026HouseAssigned to Public Health Committee
2/26/2026HouseRecommends Be Adopted Public Health Committee; 009-000-000
2/26/2026HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Michelle Mussman
2/26/2026HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth
2/26/2026HousePlaced on Calendar Order of Resolutions