Normal, IL, USA / www.cities929.com Jul 14, 2021 | 4:22 PM (The Center Square) – Having a seriously ill child is a challenge many can’t imagine, said state Sen. Laura Fine, D-Glenview, a mother of two. After talking to families of critically ill children and health care professionals who care for them, Fine became convinced of the need for in-home, pediatric palliative care services. Taking action, Fine introduced and sponsored the Pediatric Palliative Care Bill, Senate Bill 2384, which has passed the Illinois General Assembly and is on Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk. The bill provides a pediatric-focused reimbursement structure so that healthcare providers can recommend palliative services to parents and guardians, knowing that the families will not have to incur additional costs.