The following are bills at the Federal and State levels that we are tracking and/or taking action on.
Federal
HR 722 – Life at Conception Act – OPPOSE
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/722
“To implement equal protection under the 14th article of amendment to the Constitution for the right to life of each born and preborn human person.” This is an attempt to codify an national abortion ban instead of leaving it to the states as specified int the Dobbs decision.
HR 899 – To Terminte the Department of Education – OPPOSE
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/899
The Department of Education shall terminate on December 31, 2026.
HR 22 – SAVE Act – OPPOSE
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/22
This act would force every single American citizen to prove their citizenship status in person when registering to vote or updating their voter registration information. For the vast majority of Americans, this would mean presenting a passport or birth certificate at their local election office.
This SAVE Act threatens to disenfranchise millions of U.S. citizens: 146 million Americans do not have a passport, and 69 million women who have married do not have a birth certificate that matches their new legal name. Working-class and low-income Americans would also be disproportionately disenfranchised if the bill became law, as the vast majority of these groups do not possess a passport.
The only Americans who stand to benefit from the SAVE Act are out-of-touch politicians who are willing to trade Americans’ right to vote for political points with the media and the administration. These politicians are trying to use claims of election integrity to trick us into making it harder for millions of eligible American citizens to cast their vote.
HR 28 / S 9 – Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act of 2025 – OPPOSE
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/28
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/9
This bill generally prohibits school athletic programs from allowing individuals whose biological sex at birth was male to participate in programs that are for women or girls.
Specifically, the bill provides that it is a violation of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 for federally funded education programs or activities to operate, sponsor, or facilitate athletic programs or activities that allow individuals of the male sex to participate in programs or activities that are designated for women or girls. (Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in federally funded education programs or activities, including in public elementary and secondary schools and in colleges and universities.) Under the bill, sex is based on an individual’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth.
The bill does not prohibit male individuals from training or practicing with programs or activities for women or girls as long as such training or practice does not deprive any female of corresponding opportunities or benefits.
HR 7 – Recognizing the importance of access to comprehensive, high-quality, life-affirming medical care for women of all ages – OPPOSE
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/7
Sounds like a plan to improve healthcare for women, does not include abortion, emphasizes “spiritual wellness”, says that it must “address the needs of men” in relation to womens’ healthcare, and is based on the practices of Pro Women’s Healthcare Centers that run many CPCs across the country.
S 1006 – A bill to prohibit Federal employees from organizing, joining, or participating labor unions for purposes of collective bargaining or representation, and for other purposes – OPPOSE
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1006
Text of this bill is pending.
S 4569 – Take It Down Act – SUPPORT
https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/4569
To require covered platforms to remove nonconsensual intimate visual depictions, and for other purposes.
State
SB 0009 – The Illlinois End-of-Life Options for Terminally Ill Patients Act – SUPPORT
Creates the End-of-Life Options for Terminally Ill Patients Act. Authorizes a qualified patient with a terminal disease to request that a physician prescribe aid-in-dying medication that will allow the patient to end the patient’s life in a peaceful manner. Contains provisions concerning: the procedures and forms to be used to request aid-in-dying medication; the responsibilities of attending and consulting physicians; the referral of patients for determinations of mental capacity; the residency of qualified patients; the safe disposal of unused medications; the obligations of health care entities; the immunities granted for actions taken in good faith reliance upon the Act; the reporting requirements of physicians; the effect of the Act on the construction of wills, contracts, and statutes; the effect of the Act on insurance policies and annuities; the procedures for the completion of death certificates; the liabilities and penalties provided by the Act; the construction of the Act; the definitions of terms used in the Act; and other matters.
HB 5417 – HIV TLC (Test and Linkage to Care) Act – SUPPORT
At-Home HIV Testing Kits: Mandates insurers and Medicaid provide coverage for home test kits for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, without cost-sharing.
Rapid Start Pilots: Creates eight Rapid Start for HIV Treatment pilot sites that will initiate antiretroviral therapy within 7 days of initial diagnosis or within 7 days of referral to HIV medical care.
HIV Education in County Jails: Ensures that all county jails provide HIV/AIDS education to people who are incarcerated and visitors, as well as link them to HIV testing as mandated by Illinois’ County Jail Act.
HB 1443 / SB 0066 – Prescription Drug Affordability Board – SUPPORT
Prescription Drug Affordability Boards (PDABs) are structures that oversee and regulate prescription drug prices. The board would consist of experts in fields such as healthcare economics, clinical medicine, and consumer advocates. The board conducts cost reviews to assess the affordability of certain high-cost drugs and sets upper payment limits – ensuring that no one, from wholesalers to patients, pays more than what is fair.
HB 1272 / SB 1971 – Prescription Drug Importation – SUPPORT
Prescription Drug Importation allows the state to purchase prescription drugs from international markets where prices are typically lower. This initiative requires rigorous quality and safety standards to ensure that imported drugs meet the same standards as domestically produced medications. By expanding the options for drug sourcing, states intend to introduce more competition and exert downward pressure on drug prices.
HB 2904 / SB 1679 – The Health Care Transparency Act – SUPPORT
The Health Care Transparency Act would require hospitals and health care institutions to disclose what services they do not provide for non-medical reasons to both the Illinois Department of Public Health and patients as part of the informed consent process.
SB 0093 – Amend Illinois Food Safety Act for Prohibited Food Additives – SUPPORT
Harmful additives such as propylparaben and potassium bromate have been linked to serious health problems – including reproductive issues, hormonal damage, and an increased risk of cancer. The Food Safety Act would protect Illinoisans by banning these additives, following the lead of other states like California that have taken similar measures.
HB 1442 – Curbside Voting Expansion – SUPPORT
This bill requires curbside voting to be available during early voting and on Election Day across Illinois. Currently, election authorities may provide curbside voting, but it’s not consistently offered, creating barriers for voters with mobility challenges or health concerns.
HB 1445 / SB 1650 – Extended Voting on Public University Campuses – SUPPORT
This bill addresses barriers to voting for students at public universities by expanding early voting hours and ensuring polling locations are available on Election Day. It mandates at least six days of early voting at student unions, including weekends and the Monday before Election Day, with consistent hours from 10 AM to 5 PM. Additionally, it requires student unions to serve as polling locations on Election Day itself, operating from 6 AM to 7 PM, eliminating confusion and improving accessibility.
HB 1444 / SB 1649 – Permanent Vote By Mail Application Expansion – SUPPORT
This bill simplifies and streamlines the process for Illinois voters to enroll in Permanent Vote by Mail (PVBM) by requiring a checkbox for PVBM on all one-time vote-by-mail applications. Currently, voters must locate and complete a separate form for PVBM, which creates unnecessary confusion and administrative hurdles. By integrating this option into existing applications, the bill reduces barriers to voting, particularly for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and others who rely on vote by mail, while easing the workload for election authorities.
SB 1464 – Accessible Vote by Mail Bill – SUPPORT
This bill ensures equitable access to voting by allowing Illinois voters with print disabilities, military service members, their families, and citizens living overseas to return their vote-by-mail ballots electronically. Currently, voters with print disabilities must print, sign, and mail their ballots, often requiring assistance that violates their right to vote privately and independently under the ADA. Military families and overseas citizens face similar challenges, leading to lower voter participation due to logistical barriers.
SB 1733 – The RACE Act – SUPPORT
Without the right to vote, incarcerated individuals have no voice to hold elected officials accountable. Disenfranchisement disproportionately impacts young, Black, and low-income Illinoisans. This bill restores the right to vote no later than 14 days post-conviction.
HB 1429 – Stop Increasing Criminalization of Homlessness in Illinois Act – SUPPORT
The U.S. Supreme Court’s Johnson v. Grants Pass decision allows local governments to fine and arrest people experiencing homelessness for sleeping outside, even when no shelter options are available. HB 4219 ensures people experiencing unsheltered homelessness are not fined or arrested for life-sustaining activities like resting, eating, or staying warm. It prohibits ordinances targeting homelessness, requires a 7-day notice before removing individuals, and mandates good-faith efforts to provide shelter, transportation, and services
SB 2264 – Community Safety Through Stable Homes Act – SUPPORT
Municipalities throughout Illinois have enacted “crime-free housing and nuisance property” ordinances under the guise of keeping communities safer. In reality, the ordinances force housing providers to unfairly penalize and even evict tenants based on any alleged criminal or “nuisance” activity – which can include calling emergency services for help. This bill will protect people from unfair discrimination, keep families in their homes, and refocus public policy on more effective responses to crime.
SB 1512 – The Consumer Financial Protection Law – SUPPORT
This bill will establish a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in Illinois, aiming to fill the gap left after President Trump weakened the federal agency. It enhances financial oversight, creates the Financial Protection Fund, and strengthens anti-fraud and consumer protection measures.
HB 3320 / SB 1787 – Attorneys for Juvenile Interrogations – SUPPORT
Studies show that minors are more likely to waive their rights and give false confessions during highly stressful interrogations. In 2022, a 15-year-old from Waukegan confessed to a shooting despite having nothing to do with it. This bill would require the attendance of an attorney at all police interrogations involving youth under 18 – putting an end to false and often traumatizing self-incriminations for juveniles.
SB 2278 – The RIFL Act – SUPPORT
This bill creates the Responsibility in Firearm Legislation (RIFL) Act, establishing a firearms manufacturer licensing program in Illinois. Starting January 1, 2028, manufacturers must obtain a license from the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Fees will go towards the RIFL Fund, which will provide financial assistance to firearm victims and fund related initiatives. Retailers are prohibited from selling firearms from unlicensed manufacturers, with penalties for violations.
HB 5065 / SB 0008 – Safe Firearm Storage Act – SUPPORT
Prohibits storing or leaving a firearm outside an owner’s immediate possession or control unless it is unloaded and secured in a lock box or container that makes it inaccessible to anyone but the owner or another legally authorized user in a home where a minor, at-risk person, or someone prohibited from using firearms could gain access to them.
HB 5595 / SB 3737 – Lost and Stolen Firearms Reporting Bill – SUPPORT
The Lost and Stolen Firearms Reporting Bill will strengthen reporting requirements when weapons are lost and stolen to crackdown on guns being trafficked to criminals and violent offenders.
SB 1531 – Disposable Food Container Act – SUPPORT
Polystyrene is a single-use foam plastic that significantly contributes to waste and pollution. The foam foodware, which breaks up into small pieces but never fully breaks down, pollutes land, water, and air. This compromise bill will ban all foam foodware from distribution beginning in 2030.
HB 2516 / SB 0117 – PFAS Ban – SUPPORT
PFAS, often called “forever chemicals,” are extremely difficult to break down and are present in many items, including food packaging, cookware, and clothing. This bill would ban intentionally added PFAS in many consumer products.
SB 1938 – The Road Usage Charge Act – SUPPORT
The Road Usage Charge Act establishes a pilot program to explore a mileage-based user fee as an alternative to motor fuel taxes for funding highway infrastructure. It creates the Road Usage Charge Advisory Committee to guide program development and evaluate its effectiveness. The bill also includes changes to public transportation governance, fare revenue requirements, and agency oversight.
SB 0013 – Adequate and Equitable Public University Funding Act – SUPPORT
This bill establishes a funding formula for Illinois public universities, managed by the Board of Higher Education, to distribute general operating funds equitably. It sets adequacy targets, calculates base funding minimums, and includes an accountability framework to assess the impact on affordability, enrollment, and student outcomes. The Act creates an Accountability and Transparency Committee and a Funding Formula Review Panel to oversee and refine the process.
HB 2683 / SB 2507 – The Equality for Every Family Act – SUPPORT
The Equality for Every Family Act makes it easier for all families in Illinois to be legally recognized, including LGBTQ+ families and those using assisted reproduction or surrogacy. It clearly defines how someone can be recognized as a parent, streamlines court processes to avoid conflicts, and ensures all children have the legal protections they need, no matter how they joined the family.
HB 3483 / SB 2413 – The Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Act – SUPPORT
The Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Act creates a paid leave program for employees, managed by the Division of Paid Family and Medical Leave under the Illinois Department of Labor. It sets eligibility requirements, benefit amounts, and durations, and allows self-employed individuals to opt in. The law also establishes the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program Fund to finance the paid leave program.
SB 1928 – Higher Ed Misconduct Survey – SUPPORT
Amends the Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act. Requires each higher education institution to biennially (rather than annually) conduct a sexual misconduct climate survey of all students at the institution.
