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Democratic
· Representative
Mary Gill
Represents District 35 in the House of Representatives.
Votes with Democrats
98%
on 487 party-line votes · House Democrats median 99%
Cast a vote
98%
Yea or Nay on 1,531 of 1,558 roll calls · House median 98%
Their bills that became law
17 of 38
as a primary sponsor, this session · Democrats median 15.5
Roll calls on record
1,558
104th General Assembly
Votes and bills updated Oct 15, 2026 from LegiScan (CC BY 4.0), which republishes the legislature’s own records. Profile details from OpenStates / Plural Policy. Figures cover 104th General Assembly.
How Mary Gill votes
A party-line vote is a roll call where most voting Democrats and most voting Republicans took opposite sides. Absences and not-voting are never counted. Same method as our Congress pages.
Where Mary Gill sits in the House
Each dot is one member of the House, placed by how often they voted on the Democratic side of party-line votes. Mary Gill is circled.
Always on the Republican sideAlways on the Democratic side
Times they broke with their party
8 of 487 party-line votes.
SB0248 · CRIM PRO-POST-CONVICT PETITION
In plain English Allows people convicted of felonies committed before age 21 to file successive post-conviction petitions about sentence proportionality without showing cause.
House Third Reading · 2026-05-31 · Passed 63–42 · most Democrats voted the other way
HB2929 · DHS-OVERDOSE PREVENTION SITES
In plain English Establishes an advisory committee to help create rules for a pilot overdose prevention site in a city over 2 million people, with immunity protections and required reporting.
House Mental Health & Addiction Committee · 2026-03-26 · Passed 15–7 · most Democrats voted the other way
SB1519 · SCH CD-REFER LAW ENFORCEMENT
Third Reading in House · 2025-05-28 · Passed 69–44 · most Democrats voted the other way
HB3332 · CD CORR-SENTENCING REVIEW
Third Reading in House · 2025-04-10 · Failed 49–51 · most Democrats voted the other way
HB2436 · PUBLIC DEFENDER-COOK COUNTY
Third Reading in House · 2025-04-10 · Passed 68–41 · most Democrats voted the other way
HB3772 · SCH CD-SUSPENSION/EXPULSION
In plain English Restricts suspensions in early childhood through second grade, requiring superintendent approval for suspensions of three or more days and limiting suspension length to time needed for behavior plans.
Third Reading in House · 2025-04-10 · Passed 62–46 · most Democrats voted the other way
HB3662 · JAIL RELEASE-OPIOID ANTAGONIST
Third Reading in House · 2025-04-09 · Passed 72–42 · most Democrats voted the other way
HB3037 · RIGHT TO PLAY ACT
Third Reading in House · 2025-04-09 · Passed 68–39 · most Democrats voted the other way
Closest votes they cast
Roll calls decided by the fewest votes, one per bill.
HB3332 · CD CORR-SENTENCING REVIEW
Third Reading in House · 2025-04-10 · Failed 49–51
HJR0055 · FARMLAND-DEVELOPMENT
In plain English Urges state agencies, local governments, and developers to prioritize renewable-energy projects on non-agricultural lands and protect Illinois farmland from large-scale development.
House Agriculture & Conservation Committee · 2026-05-07 · Passed 6–3
SB2913 · SCH CD-TEACHER EVALUATION PLAN
House Elem Sec Ed: Adm., Lic. & Charter Committee · 2026-05-06 · Passed 6–3
HB5165 · RIVER ACCESS MODERNIZATION ACT
In plain English Creates a task force to study and recommend ways to increase public access to rivers for boaters, paddlers, and anglers, requiring a report within one year.
House Agriculture & Conservation Committee · 2026-03-24 · Passed 6–3
HB4922 · EMERGING FARMER GRANT PROGRAM
In plain English Creates a grant program for emerging and socially disadvantaged farmers to increase agricultural production, strengthen farm viability, and expand market access.
House Agriculture & Conservation Committee · 2026-03-24 · Passed 6–3
Republicans they vote with most
Share of contested roll calls (the losing side got at least 10%) where both voted and landed on the same side. Unanimous votes are left out, because on those everyone agrees.
Kevin SchmidtRepublican · District 114 · 464 shared contested votes
33%
Nicole La HaRepublican · District 82 · 450 shared contested votes
33%
Jennifer SanalitroRepublican · District 48 · 389 shared contested votes
32%
Their session, month by month
Dark bars are roll calls they were recorded on each month; the red part is the ones without a Yea or Nay (27 in all). Gaps are months the chamber wasn’t voting.
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Their bills, from filing to law
Bills Mary Gill was a primary sponsor of this session. Most bills from either party never leave committee; in Illinois many never get past the Assignments or Rules committee.
Introduced38
Out of committee25
Passed one chamber21
Passed both chambers17
Became law17
Never left committee13
For comparison, the median Democratic member of the House has 15.5 bills that became law this session.
FISH CD-ADMINISTRATIVE CLEANUP
In plain English Requires lifetime fishing license holders purchased after January 1, 2027 to pay current resident or non-resident fees for permits and stamps based on where they live.
Official synopsis: Amends the Fish and Aquatic Life Code. In provisions concerning fishing licenses, provides that the holder of a lifetime fishing or hunting license or a lifetime sportsmen's combination license that was purchased on or after January 1, 2027 must pay the corresponding resident or non-resident…
Became lawPublic Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0790 · 2026-08-07
COLOR VISION TESTING
In plain English Requires schools to screen students for color vision deficiency and provide teaching resources for affected learners.
Official synopsis: Amends the School Code. Requires the State Board of Education, in consultation with the Department of Public Health as necessary, to publish on its Internet website resources to support school districts and teachers in teaching literacy to color-vision-deficient learners. Amends the Child Vision and Hearing…
Became lawPublic Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0761 · 2026-08-07
UNAUTHORIZE VIDEO-PHOTO-COURT
In plain English Prohibits recording video of crime victims or witnesses inside state courthouses without consent from the person, judge, or law enforcement, with exceptions for security and body cameras.
Official synopsis: Amends the Criminal Code of 2012. Provides that it is unlawful for any person to knowingly make a video record, transmit live video of, or place or cause to be placed a device that makes a video record or transmits live video of another person…
Became lawPublic Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0750 · 2026-07-31
VEH CD-PLATES-ENGINEERS
In plain English Allows the Secretary of State to issue special registration plates for International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 members for a $30 fee.
Official synopsis: Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Allows the Secretary of State to issue special registration plates for International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 license plates. Provides that an applicant for the special plate shall be charged a $30 fee for original issuance. Creates the Sweeney…
Became lawPublic Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0725 · 2026-07-31
DEPUTY SHERIFF-APPOINTMENT AGE
Reinserts the statutory provisions regarding appointment of deputy sheriffs. Specifies that persons appointed as a county police officer shall be not less than 21 years of age, or 20 years of age and have successfully completed 2 years of law enforcement studies at an accredited…
Became lawPublic Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0578 · 2026-07-16
SCH CD-AG ED PROGRAM REPORT
In plain English Requires the State Board of Education to report to the General Assembly by January 1, 2027 on agricultural education programs available in Illinois schools.
Official synopsis: Amends the School Code. Requires the State Board of Education to, on or before January 1, 2027, submit a report to the General Assembly regarding the status and availability of agricultural education programs in the State. Effective immediately.
Passed one chamberAdded as Co-Sponsor Sen. Mary Edly-Allen · 2026-06-30
PRACTICE OF PHARMACY
In plain English Requires pharmacies to post a sign with a QR code near the counter directing patients to sign up for medication recalls on the FDA website.
Official synopsis: Amends the Pharmacy Practice Act. Provides that every pharmacy licensed in this State shall post in a conspicuous place near the pharmacy counter and drive-up window, a sign that includes a QR code informing patients of the ability to sign up for medication recalls via…
Became lawPublic Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0530 · 2026-06-26
DHS-DSP PILOT PROGRAM
In plain English Delays the start of a direct support professional credential pilot program to State Fiscal Year 2028 instead of 2025.
Official synopsis: Amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Administrative Act. Delays the implementation date for the direct support professional credential pilot program to State Fiscal Year 2028 (rather than 2025). Effective immediately.
Became lawPublic Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0503 · 2026-06-26
DAVE SANDERS WAY
In plain English Designates a portion of Southwest Highway in Palos Park as "Dave Sanders Way".
Official synopsis: Designates the portion of Southwest Highway between 12600 and 13100 in Palos Park as "Dave Sanders Way".
Passed one chamberAdded Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Rick Ryan · 2026-06-10
RECOGNIZE-COCA-COLA COMPANY
Recognizes The Coca-Cola Company and the Illinois Coca-Cola bottlers for their generous support of America250 and their historic and positive impact on Illinois and the United States and extends gratitude for their continued commitment to building a brighter future for all Americans.
Became lawAdded as Alternate Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Ram Villivalam · 2026-05-30
529 COLLEGE SAVINGS DAY
In plain English Designates May 29, 2026 as 529 College Savings Day in Illinois to raise awareness about college costs and savings plans.
Official synopsis: Declares May 29, 2026 as 529 College Savings Day in the State of Illinois to help raise awareness about the escalating costs of higher education and the importance of saving for college with the help of Illinois 529 College Savings Plans.
Became lawResolution Adopted · 2026-05-29
DATA CENTERS-VARIOUS
Amends the Illinois Power Agency Act. Establishes the data center self-direct program to allow for customers taking service under the data center tariff to receive a reduction in the charges collected for the procurement of renewable energy resources. Provides that the reduction in charges available…
Not out of committeeRule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments · 2026-05-22
HERO DAY
In plain English Declares August 27, 2026 as Hero Day in Illinois to honor first responders who died in the line of duty and their families.
Official synopsis: Declares August 27, 2026 as Hero Day in Illinois to recognize the bravery, dedication, and sacrifices of the first responders who gave their lives in the line of duty and to honor and support the families that they leave behind. Commends the 100 Club of…
Became lawAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Brandun Schweizer · 2026-05-06
SCH CD-AG ED PROGRAM REPORT
In plain English Requires the State Board of Education to report to the General Assembly by January 1, 2027 on agricultural education programs available in Illinois schools.
Official synopsis: Amends the School Code. Requires the State Board of Education to, on or before January 1, 2027, submit a report to the General Assembly regarding the status and availability of agricultural education programs in the State. Effective immediately.
Out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-04-17
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE-LICENSING
Amends the Business Assistance and Regulatory Reform Act. Provides that the Office of Business Permits and Regulatory Assistance may establish a matching grant program to incentivize and assist units of local government in improving the use of technology tools for permitting and licensing processes. Sets…
Not out of committeeRule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee · 2026-03-27
“In plain English” lines are written by ThePolitibase with AI (Claude), from the official synopsis only; the synopsis is the authoritative text. Descriptions are the legislature’s own synopsis. Bill data from LegiScan, CC BY 4.0.
SB3731 · 2026-05-31
FIRST 2026 GENERAL REVISORY (House Third Reading)
HB5228 · 2026-05-31
WORK COMP-STATE LICENSURE (House Labor & Commerce Committee)
HB5228 · 2026-05-31
WORK COMP-STATE LICENSURE (House Concurrence)
SB3398 · 2026-05-31
CIV PRO-TENANTS IN COMMON (House Third Reading)
HB4203 · 2026-05-31
INS CD-CANCER SCREENINGS (House Concurrence)
HB5081 · 2026-05-31
VEH CD-ALTER SPEED LIMITS (House Concurrence)
HB5020 · 2026-05-31
JUV CT-EXTENDED JUR JUV PROS (House Concurrence)
SB3070 · 2026-05-31
EDUC-FOREIGN LANG ALTERNATIVE (House Third Reading)
HB3711 · 2026-05-31
PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT (House Concurrence)
HB4649 · 2026-05-31
FINANCIALLY EXPLOITED ADULT (House Concurrence)
SB0318 · 2026-05-31
BUSINESS-TECH (House Third Reading)
HB4534 · 2026-05-31
DCFS-ABUSED CHILD-GROOMING (House Concurrence)
HB3454 · 2026-05-31
EPINEPHRINE DELIVERY DEVICE (House Concurrence)
SB3393 · 2026-05-31
OSFM-CONTINUING EDUCATION (House Third Reading)
HB5492 · 2026-05-31
PRESCRIPTION HORMONE THERAPY (House Concurrence)
HB1810 · 2026-05-31
INCARCERATED-DISABILITIES (House Concurrence)
HB5449 · 2026-05-31
CONDO CI ASSN-DISCLSOURE INFO (House Concurrence)
SB3208 · 2026-05-31
VEH CD-HUSBANDRY IMPLEMENT DEF (House Third Reading)
SB3019 · 2026-05-31
FINANCE-AGRICULTURAL BORROWER (House Third Reading)
HB5093 · 2026-05-31
HIGHER ED-IN-STATE TUITION (House Concurrence)
HB2335 · 2026-05-31
VEH CD-VARIOUS (House Concurrence)
HB5387 · 2026-05-31
IDFPR-VARIOUS LICENSES (House Concurrence)
HB4327 · 2026-05-31
AUDITOR GENERAL-340B AUDIT (House Concurrence)
SB3222 · 2026-05-31
VIDEO STREAMING AD VOLUME (House Third Reading)
HB5090 · 2026-05-31
PROCUREMENT-CONSTRUCTION (House Concurrence)
SB2715 · 2026-05-31
OPEN MTGS-STATEWIDE ASSOC (House Third Reading)
HB2564 · 2026-05-31
PEN CD-TRS-SALARY INCREASES (House Concurrence)
HB4966 · 2026-05-31
DCFS-SECURE ACT (House Concurrence)
HB5487 · 2026-05-31
LAW FIRM OWNERSHIP (House Concurrence)
SB3561 · 2026-05-31
BUY-NOW-PAY-LATER ACT (House Third Reading)
SB3211 · 2026-05-31
TELEDENTISTRY EXAMINATIONS (House Third Reading)
HB2371 · 2026-05-31
DENTAL INSURANCE ASSIGNABILITY (House Concurrence)
HB4160 · 2026-05-31
AUTO INS-RIGHT TO APPRAISAL (House Concurrence)
HB4379 · 2026-05-31
ADULT CHANGING STATIONS (House Concurrence)
SB0248 · 2026-05-31
CRIM PRO-POST-CONVICT PETITION (House Third Reading)
SB3113 · 2026-05-31
CREDIT UNIONS-VARIOUS (House Third Reading)
HB1700 · 2026-05-31
FUNDS-COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT (House Concurrence)
HB2949 · 2026-05-31
FY27 BUDGET IMPLEMENTATION (House Concurrence)
HB3811 · 2026-05-31
PRIVATE PROFESSIONAL GUARDIANS (House Concurrence)
HB3595 · 2026-05-31
INS CD-PET INSURANCE (House Concurrence)
HB4911 · 2026-05-31
VETERAN SCRATCH-OFF GAME (House Concurrence)
SB3255 · 2026-05-31
DHS-DSP PILOT PROGRAM (House Third Reading)
SB3777 · 2026-05-31
HUMAN RIGHTS-DISPARTE IMPACT (House Third Reading)
SB3645 · 2026-05-31
REGULATORY SUNSET-RADIATION (House Third Reading)
HB3275 · 2026-05-31
SCH-CARDIAC EMERGENCY RESPONSE (House Concurrence)
HB5295 · 2026-05-31
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH PRIVACY (House Concurrence)
SB3707 · 2026-05-31
VISION BENEFIT MANAGERS (House Third Reading)
HB2955 · 2026-05-31
EPA-PFAS WASTEWATER (House Concurrence)
Complete voting record from LegiScan (showing the 60 most recent of 1558 total roll-call votes this session).
Boundaries: U.S. Census Bureau cartographic boundary files, simplified for display. For an exact address, use the legislature’s own district finder.
Who represents this ground
Illinois builds each Senate district from exactly two House districts: Senate 18 is House 35 plus House 36. The percentage is how often each of them ended up on the same side as Mary Gill on bills both voted on (each one’s final Yea or Nay on the bill).
Bill CunninghamState Senate 18 · Democratic
99%
Mary GillState House 35 · Democratic · this page
Rick RyanState House 36 · Democratic
99%
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