August 17, 2009

To the Honorable Members of the

Illinois House of Representatives

96^th General Assembly:

Today, I return House Bill 2279 with a specific recommendation for change.  This legislation expands the community-based residential rehabilitation center alternative health care model demonstration program.

I commend the sponsors for their work on this legislation, and their work in fostering alternative methods of bringing quality health care to the residents of our state. After hearing from a number of supporters of this legislation, I believe that the demand for these services may be slightly greater than the sponsors had envisioned.

Therefore, pursuant to Article IV, Section 9(e) of the Illinois Constitution of 1970, I hereby return House Bill 2279, entitled “AN ACT concerning regulation.” with the following specific recommendation for change:

on page 4, line 8, by replacing “2” with “5”.

With this change, House Bill 2279 will have my approval. I respectfully request your concurrence.

Sincerely,

PAT QUINN

Governor