12-04-2025
‘Dillion's Law' passes in the Illinois House in hopes of saving lives
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — A bill to make Epi-pens more accessible to Illinois residents passed the House of Representatives on April 11th.
Dillon's Law would allow anyone to be trained to use, carry or administer epinephrine to someone who is experiencing anaphylactic shock. Epi-pens are usually only provided to someone who has a known allergy.
Rockford's State Representative Maurice West (D) sponsored the bill and said this bill would save people with undiagnosed allergies.
'As the father of a daughter with a peanut allergy, I know how important it is to be prepared for allergic reactions,' West explained. 'Dillon's Law will help keep people safe in unexpected emergency situations and help prevent unnecessary tragedies.'
The legislation came about when Dillon Mueller, 18, was stung by a bee and died soon after due to anaphylaxis. The teen did not know he was allergic to bee stings.
First responders attempted to help Mueller, but no epinephrine was provided in the multiple first aid kits that were on the scene.
The bill is now headed to the State Senate after unanimous support.
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