11-04-2025
Illinois House passes ‘Dillon's Law' to help more people carry Epi-Pens
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — An Illinois bill passing Dillon's Law could help save lives by making a medication more accessible.
Under Dillon's Law, anyone could be trained to use, carry and administer epinephrine (commonly called Epi-Pens) to save someone who is experiencing anaphylaxis. It is commonly only prescribed for people with known allergies.
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The legislation is named after 18-year-old Dillon Mueller, who died from anaphylaxis after being stung by a bee. He had no knowledge he was allergic to bee stings. Despite someone with him having multiple first aid kits as well as first responders attempting to help, no epinephrine was available to save Mueller.
The bill's sponsor said it will save lives for people with undiagnosed severe allergies.
'As the father of a daughter with a peanut allergy, I know how important it is to be prepared for allergic reactions,' State Rep. Maurice West (D-Rockford) said. 'Dillon's Law will help keep people safe in unexpected emergency situations and help prevent unnecessary tragedies.'
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Dillon's Law was first passed in Wisconsin in 2017, and has also been passed in nearby states like Minnesota, Indiana, and Michigan.
The bill received unanimous support from both chambers, and heads to the State Senate.
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