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SR0688Introduced in the Senate

FARMWORKERS DAY

Passed

Introduced by Celina Villanueva, District 12

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 as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen

June 30, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Filed with Secretary

  2. Referred to Assignments

  3. Approved for Consideration Assignments

  4. Placed on Calendar Order of Secretary's Desk Resolutions March 25, 2026

  5. Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. David Koehler

  6. Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Cristina Castro

  7. Added as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Omar Aquino

  8. Resolution Adopted

  9. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Rachel Ventura

  10. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Laura Ellman

  11. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mattie Hunter

  12. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Javier L. Cervantes

  13. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mark L. Walker

  14. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mike Porfirio

  15. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Doris Turner

  16. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Adriane L. Johnson

  17. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Michael W. Halpin

  18. Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen

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