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March 2, 2026
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Exoneree Restitution Bill Gains Momentum in Springfield
IIP testified before state lawmakers to advocate for a groundbreaking Exoneree Restitution Bill, aimed at providing fair compensation for those wrongfully convicted. The proposed legislation would align Illinois with leading states like Texas and California, offering financial relief to exonerees for years lost.
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