Pritzker signs into law COVID-19 protections for Chicago first responders May 11, 2023 | coronavirus, COVID-19 Update, Legislature, Top Stories A plan that provides protections for Chicago first responders who were severely injured or disabled by COVID-19 before vaccines were available became law Wednesday.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.