On March 24th, Illinois lawmakers will hold a hearing on House Bill 4764, a proposal that could protect the right to keep backyard chickens across the state.
The bill would allow residents to raise hens on their property while still giving local governments the ability to set reasonable rules for things like sanitation, setbacks, and flock size. Importantly, it would also prevent towns from requiring neighbor permission just to keep chickens.
This hearing is a key step in the process, where legislators hear testimony and public input before deciding whether the bill moves forward.
If you care about local food, self-reliance, and clear, fair regulations—this is an important moment to pay attention and get involved.
Please write to your local Illinois state representatives and senators and tell them how important this bill is to you.
Then visit the ILGA Website: Go to ilga.gov and look for the GA Dashboard (often highlighted in red) or go directly to my.ilga.gov.
Select the Chamber: On the dashboard's left-hand sidebar, select House or Senate, then click Committee Hearings.
Find the Hearing: Select the Today, Week, or Month tab to see scheduled hearings.
Locate the specific committee hearing HB 4764 and click the Details icon (it looks like a piece of paper). There you csn add your name to supports of the bill and select to speak at the hearing or submit a written statement.
We need your help!!!
The bill would allow residents to raise hens on their property while still giving local governments the ability to set reasonable rules for things like sanitation, setbacks, and flock size. Importantly, it would also prevent towns from requiring neighbor permission just to keep chickens.
This hearing is a key step in the process, where legislators hear testimony and public input before deciding whether the bill moves forward.
If you care about local food, self-reliance, and clear, fair regulations—this is an important moment to pay attention and get involved.
Please write to your local Illinois state representatives and senators and tell them how important this bill is to you.
Then visit the ILGA Website: Go to ilga.gov and look for the GA Dashboard (often highlighted in red) or go directly to my.ilga.gov.
Select the Chamber: On the dashboard's left-hand sidebar, select House or Senate, then click Committee Hearings.
Find the Hearing: Select the Today, Week, or Month tab to see scheduled hearings.
Locate the specific committee hearing HB 4764 and click the Details icon (it looks like a piece of paper). There you csn add your name to supports of the bill and select to speak at the hearing or submit a written statement.
We need your help!!!