IL HB0271This bill makes a minor technical change to the Right to Breastfeed Act in Illinois. Specifically, it updates the section that contains the law's short title. The change does not alter any rights or obligations related to breastfeeding.
IL HB0271 is a house bill in the Illinois 104th General Assembly, sponsored by Emanuel Welch (D), currently “Introduced” since January 9, 2025.
We track 10,997 Illinois bills this session, 824 of them sponsored by Emanuel Welch.
The key recorded vote (House, March 12, 2025) ended 6–0 and passed.
Supporters of this bill would highlight its role in ensuring that the Right to Breastfeed Act remains clear and up-to-date. They would argue that maintaining accurate legal language is important for promoting breastfeeding rights and supporting mothers.
Critics might argue that the bill focuses on a trivial technical change while more significant issues related to breastfeeding rights remain unaddressed. They could contend that legislative efforts should prioritize more impactful reforms rather than minor adjustments.
Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.
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What does IL HB0271 do?
This bill makes a minor technical change to the Right to Breastfeed Act in Illinois. Specifically, it updates the section that contains the law's short title. The change does not alter any rights or obligations related to breastfeeding.
How did the vote on IL HB0271 go?
The key recorded vote (House, March 12, 2025) ended 6–0 and passed.
What is the status of IL HB0271?
IL HB0271 is currently “Introduced” in the Illinois legislature.
Who sponsored IL HB0271?
Emanuel Welch (D) sponsored IL HB0271.
