HJR0059Introduced in the House
VETS HOMES TASK FORCE
Introduced by Maurice West, District 67
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Creates the Illinois Veterans Homes Expansion Task Force to study the need for the expansion of high-quality, specialized, and affordable long-term care for aged and disabled veterans through the Illinois Veterans Homes system.
Where it stands
Referred to Assignments
May 18, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Veterans' Affairs Committee · May 12, 2026
16
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
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See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lindsey LaPointe | 19 | Yes |
| Mary Gill | 35 | Yes |
| Martha Deuter | 45 | Yes |
| Amy Grant | 47 | Yes |
| Maura Hirschauer | 49 | Yes |
| Mary Canty | 54 | Yes |
| Maurice West | 67 | Yes |
| Daniel Swanson | 71 | Yes |
| Gregg Johnson | 72 | Yes |
| Matt Hanson | 83 | Yes |
Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Maurice A. West, II
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Veterans' Affairs Committee
Recommends Be Adopted Veterans' Affairs Committee; 016-000-000
Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Stephanie A. Kifowit
Resolution Adopted 108-000-000
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Dan Swanson
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Brandun Schweizer
Arrive in Senate
Chief Senate Sponsor Sen. Steve Stadelman
Referred to Assignments
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