Senate Sponsors: LIGHTFORD, OBAMA, CLAYBORNE AND DEL VALLE. Short description: UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE PLAN ACT Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Creates the Universal Health Care Plan Act. Provides that the State of Illinois shall implement a universal health care plan that provides universal access to a full range of preventive, acute, and long-term health care services. Establishes the Bipartisan Health Care Reform Commission with members appointed by the Governor and legislative leaders. Provides for public hearings and a report by the Commission. Requires a preliminary report by January 1, 2000 and a final report by January 1, 2003. Effective immediately. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 01-01-09 Location: Senate Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status