SR0022Introduced in the Senate
SKIP THE PLASTIC DAY
Introduced by Michael Halpin, District 36
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Declares April 1, 2025 as Skip the Plastic Day in the State of Illinois. urges all residents, businesses, and visitors to reduce plastic waste and protect our environment. Commends all businesses that willingly participate in Skip the Plastic Day by only offering single-use plastic items, including straws and cutlery, by request and that take proactive steps toward reducing plastic waste. Commends all residents who refuse the use of single-use plastic items.
Where it stands
Resolution Adopted
April 11, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Environment and Conservation Committee · March 20, 2025
8
Yes
1
No
1
Absent or Not Voting
10 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
What do people think?
Citizen Voice
How would you vote on this bill?
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Sara Feigenholtz | 6 | Yes |
| Laura Fine | 9 | Yes |
| Laura Ellman | 21 | Yes |
| Karina Villa | 25 | Yes |
| Mark Walker | 27 | Yes |
| Julie Morrison | 29 | Yes |
| Adriane Johnson | 30 | Yes |
| Donald DeWitte | 33 | Yes |
| Andrew Chesney | 45 | No |
| Jason Plummer | 55 | Not Voting |
Bill history
Filed with Secretary
Referred to Assignments
Assigned to Environment and Conservation
Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Julie A. Morrison
Be Adopted Environment and Conservation; 008-001-000
Placed on Calendar Order of Secretary's Desk Resolutions April 1, 2025
Resolution Adopted
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