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IL HR0025
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/7/2017
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Bennett
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AI Summary
- Declares the House of Representatives' intent to eradicate elder abuse in Illinois
- Designates June 15, 2017 as Illinois Elder Abuse Awareness Day in the state
- Urges all Illinoisans to learn the signs of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation on this day
- Notes that an estimated five million older Americans experience elder abuse annually, with most victims not reporting to law enforcement or social services
- Recognizes that June 15 has been proclaimed World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by President Barack Obama
Legislative Description
IL ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS DAY
Last Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Camille Y. Lilly
3/21/2017
Committee Referrals
Aging2/2/2017
Rules1/24/2017
Full Bill Text
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