"Elijah's Law"
Elijah's Law (Illinois)
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Summary
Illinois law establishing the Childhood Anaphylactic Policy, requiring the IDPH to set anaphylaxis policies for schools and daycares. Named for Elijah-Alavi Silvera who died in November 2017 after being fed a grilled cheese sandwich at his NYC daycare despite a known dairy allergy.
Full Description
Illinois passed its version of Elijah's Law (HB 102) on August 20, 2021, signed by Governor JB Pritzker. The law establishes the Childhood Anaphylactic Policy, requiring the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to establish anaphylaxis policies and procedures for school districts and daycare settings. IDPH will update the policies every three years in consultation with specialists, and schools and daycare centers must communicate the policies annually to parents. The law was championed by Rep. Jonathan Carroll and Sen. Julie Morrison, and was based on New York's Elijah's Law (2019). It was named in memory of Elijah-Alavi Silvera, who died in November 2017 after being fed a grilled cheese sandwich at his NYC preschool despite a known severe dairy allergy.
Key Provisions
1. Requires IDPH to establish anaphylaxis policies for schools and daycares. 2. Policies updated every three years. 3. Schools must communicate policies annually to parents. 4. Requires trained staff at all licensed daycares. 5. Named for Elijah-Alavi Silvera who died in November 2017 after being fed a grilled cheese sandwich despite a known dairy allergy.
Who This Bill Serves & Who's Backing It
Core Patient Populations
People with food allergies — including children, students, and their families.
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Legislative Timeline
Votes & Legislative History
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