HR0741Introduced in the House
FARMWORKERS DAY
Introduced by Edgar Gonzalez, District 23
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Declares March 31, 2026 as Farmworkers Day in the State of Illinois in recognition of the essential contributions and sacrifices of farmworkers past and present. Recognizes the multiracial, intergenerational coalition of workers, including men, women, and children, whose collective action transformed labor rights in this country. Honors the courage, resilience, and contributions of farmworkers in the State of Illinois and across the United States.
Where it stands
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Carol Ammons
May 30, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House Agriculture & Conservation Committee · May 5, 2026
9
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
9 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Gill | 35 | Yes |
| Barbara Hernandez | 50 | Yes |
| Nicolle Grasse | 53 | Yes |
| Daniel Swanson | 71 | Yes |
| Amy Briel | 76 | Yes |
| Lawrence Walsh | 86 | Yes |
| Sharon Chung | 91 | Yes |
| Wayne Rosenthal | 108 | Yes |
| Charles Meier | 109 | Yes |
Bill history
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Edgar González, Jr.
Referred to Rules Committee
Assigned to Agriculture & Conservation Committee
Recommends Be Adopted Agriculture & Conservation Committee; 009-000-000
Placed on Calendar Order of Resolutions
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Amy Briel
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Nicolle Grasse
Resolution Adopted 096-005-000
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Sonya M. Harper
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Carol Ammons
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