The bill, as it was introduced in the House by Rep. Mary E. Flowers (D-31) on Feb. 13, "declares February 2019 as Black Nurses Month in Illinois," according to the General Assembly website.
The following house representatives also co-sponsored the bill: LaToya Greenwood (D-114) and Rita Mayfield (D-60).
The table below shows a history of actions for this bill through March 12.
Actions
Date
Chamber
Action
March 12
House
Assigned to Health Care Licenses Committee
Feb. 14
House
Added Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Rita Mayfield
Feb. 14
House
Referred to Rules Committee
Feb. 13
House
Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. LaToya Greenwood
Feb. 13
House
Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Mary E. Flowers
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