by An overview of Illinois law, statistics, legislation, and news stories related to Safe Haven Baby Boxes in the state.
Law
Illinois does not have a specific law authorizing installation of safe haven baby boxes.
Illinois Statistics
No baby boxes have been installed in Illinois.
Legislation
2021
- HB3753 – Amends the state’s Safe Haven Law (Abandoned Newborn Protection Act) to authorize the use of newborn safety devices in 24/7 staffed hospitals, emergency medical facilities, fire stations, and police stations. Sine die
2020
- SB3306 – Amends the state’s Safe Haven Law (Abandoned Newborn Protection Act) to authorize the use of newborn safety devices in 224/7 staffed hospitals, medical facilities, fire stations, and police stations. Sine Die
2016
- SB3271 – Safe Haven Law Study bill; includes the use of newborn safety devices. Sine Die.
Hearings/Testimony/Letters
None to date.
News & Commentary
2023
- City of Marion City Council met Feb. 28. Carbondale Reporter, April 28, 2023
2021
- Chicago Bar Association (CBA) opposes HB3753, Save Abandoned Babies Foundation, 2021
2019
- Would Safe Haven Baby Boxes Encourage Illinois Women Not To Abandon Their Babies? CBS-2 Chicago, May 10, 2019
Updated 29, 2023
