# Rosie's Law HB 4540 — Official Illinois Legislative Policy Hub

> An Illinois legislative initiative (HB 4540) and policy hub dedicated to modernizing companion-animal custody laws by prioritizing caregiving history and animal well-being.

Rosie's Law HB 4540 — Official Illinois Legislative Policy Hub is a organization in the Animal Welfare, Legislative Advocacy, Legal Reform industry.

Last updated: June 2026

## Pages

- [Home](https://rosieslaw.us/): Rosie's Law HB 4540 — Official Illinois Legislative Policy Hub homepage
- [Legislation](https://rosieslaw.us/legislation): HB 4540 Legislation & Bill Materials — Rosie's Law Illinois
- [Bill Status](https://rosieslaw.us/bill-status): HB 4540 Current Bill Status — Rosie's Law Illinois
- [Executive Summary](https://rosieslaw.us/executive-summary): Executive Summary: HB 4540 Companion Animal Custody Equity Act
- [Full Bill Text](https://rosieslaw.us/full-bill-text): Full Bill Text: HB 4540 — Companion Animal Custody Equity Act
- [Amendment Overview](https://rosieslaw.us/amendment-overview): View a summary of amendments to Rosie's Law.
- [FAQ](https://rosieslaw.us/faq): HB 4540 FAQ — Rosie's Law Companion Animal Custody Equity Act
- [Media Kit](https://rosieslaw.us/media-kit): Media Kit: HB 4540 — Rosie's Law Illinois
- [Press Coverage](https://rosieslaw.us/press-coverage): View press coverage of Rosie's Law from various media outlets.
- [About](https://rosieslaw.us/about): Learn more about the team behind Rosie's Law and our mission.
- [Contact](https://rosieslaw.us/contact): Get in touch with the Rosie's Law team.
- [Science Behind Law](https://rosieslaw.us/science-behind-the-law): Exploring the peer-reviewed research supporting HB4540, a modern approach to companion animal custody law
- [Support](https://rosieslaw.us/support): Join the movement to modernize companion-animal custody law in Illinois. Learn how to submit a witness slip, reach out to legislators, and sign the petition to support Rosie's Law.
- [Justice for Rosie](https://rosieslaw.us/justice-for-rosie): Rosie's Law initiative aims to modernize companion-animal custody law, allowing courts to consider caregiving history and animal well-being in possession disputes.
- [Testimony](https://rosieslaw.us/testimony): This page provides a platform for individuals to share their personal stories and experiences related to companion-animal custody disputes, highlighting the need for modernized laws that consider animal well-being.
- [Resources](https://rosieslaw.us/resources): Access key resources related to Rosie's Law, including executive summaries, comprehensive guides, policy briefs, and Dr. Tameer Siddiqui's testimony.
- [Blog](https://rosieslaw.us/blog): Read our latest articles and insights.
- [Origin](https://rosieslaw.us/origin-story): The story of Rosie's Law, a legislative initiative aimed at modernizing companion-animal custody law in Illinois.
- [Timeline](https://rosieslaw.us/legislative-timeline): A detailed chronological overview of the legislative actions and milestones for Rosie's Law, from initial filing to passage.

## Blog

- [HB 4540 Clears Illinois Senate Judiciary Committee: What It Means for Companion Animal Custody](https://rosieslaw.us/blog/hb-4540-clears-illinois-senate-judiciary-committee-what-it-means-for-companion-animal-custody): HB 4540 recently passed the Senate Judiciary Committee to establish the Companion Animal Custody Equity Act. This bill helps courts prioritize pet well-being.

## Services

- Legislative policy hub and bill tracking
- Animal custody legal reform advocacy
- Educational resources and executive summaries
- Media kits and legislative materials
- Advocacy coordination for witness slips

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