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HJR0016Introduced in the House

NEW ILLINOIS-51ST STATE

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Introduced by Brad Halbrook, District 107

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Urges the United States Congress to take action to declare the 101 counties of downstate Illinois, along with outlying areas of Cook County wishing to be included, the 51st state of the United States of America and separate it from the rest of Illinois.

Where it stands

Referred to Rules Committee

February 25, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Brad Halbrook

  2. Referred to Rules Committee

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