Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action
Today, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:
February 7, 2025
Bill Number: HB5164
Description: Repeals the requirement to publish a public name change notice and lowers the Illinois residency requirement for petitioning a name change.
Action: Signed
Effective: March 1, 2025
Bill Number: HB5373
Description: Clarifies guidelines on prescribing opioids for chronic pain to ensure patients get the medication they need and adds protections for patients to further safeguard confidentiality and maintain oversight.
Action: Signed
Effective: Immediately
Bill Number: HB2840
Description: Amends the Child Labor Law of 2024 in certain circumstances related to park districts or parks and recreation departments. Amends the Illinois Freedom to Work Act to protect first responders, including former employees, from restrictive agreements when seeking mental health services.
Action: Signed
Effective: Immediately
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