Rep. Cassidy says abortion expansion bill will move before end of session May 24, 2019 | Legislature, Top Stories A bill expanding abortion rights in Illinois should clear the House in the next week, said its sponsor Rep. Kelly Cassidy, D-Chicago.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.