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IL HB1754
Bill
Status
8/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Swanson
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Tracking Infectious Cases Knowledgeably (TICK) Act to address alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), a potentially life-threatening allergic condition caused by tick bites that triggers reactions to red meat and mammal-derived products
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Requires the Department of Public Health to provide educational materials about alpha-gal syndrome on its website
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Mandates an awareness and education campaign targeting community members, local health departments, and medical providers on AGS signs, symptoms, and proper diagnostic testing procedures
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Recognizes Illinois as one of the states with the highest AGS prevalence rates in the nation, according to the CDC
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
TICK ACT
Last Action
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0053
8/1/2025