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SPRINGFIELD - Lawmakers could vote to abolish the death penalty in Illinois as soon as today.
State Rep. Karen Yarbrough, D-Maywood, who is the House sponsor, said she would call the measure "as soon as we have the votes." She said Tuesday that "many of our members are not here who are prepared to vote yes for this."See the full content of this document
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Death Penalty Vote Near for Lawmakers
Both proponents and opponents of the proposed law have stepped up lobbying efforts.
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