In the interest of conducting the necessary business of the Illinois House of
Representatives in a manner that prioritizes the health and safety of our fellow
members, staff, and oUr communities at large, we do hereby pledge to follow the
recommendations as approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health by:

. Getting tested for COVID-19 in the days before the House is to resume -
even if we are or have recovered from a previous infection.
If we test positive, we will stay home and self?quarantine.

. Undergoing a temperature check on session days prior to entering the
Capitol or any other grounds used to convene session. If we record an
elevated fever, we will undergo-"a new test prior to entering the building.

. Wearing a facemask at all times when in session and whenever in the
company of colleagues and staff. We understand additional protective
equipment may be required if recommended by experts, and we commit to
using it. (Cloth face coverings will be provided to members and essential
staff who need it.)

. Traveling to session alone and staying in a hotel or apartment on our own.
Including doing our best to travel without spouses, children and other
family members. 

. Avoiding any unnecessary exposure by refraining from extracurricular
activities like non-essential meetings, gatherings, shared meals or drinks
with colleagues, lobbyists, or others while in session.

0 Following social distancing recommendations at all times while in
Springfield for the business of the House.

0 Upon returning home, we will seek another test for COVID-19 and/or self-
quarantine for seven days. Taking any additional individual precautions
necessary to contribute to the health and safety of those around us.

We commit to taking these and additional precautions recommended by medical
experts so that we may convene as safely as possible at a time when each of our
personal wellbeing is so dependent on the precautions taken by those around us.

In taking the precautions stated above, we commit to do our part to prevent the
spread of protect our colleagues, staff, and our communities, and
help save lives.

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MADIGAN
Speaker of the House