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SPRINGFIELD, ILL. -- You may see some interesting service animals in Illinois.

Under a new state law, miniature horses, which are trained to help disabled people will be allowed in Illinois schools and other public places.

Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill Tuesday putting mini horses on the same level as seeing-eye dogs, to accompany people with disabilities.

That includes helping people who may have a hearing impairment or intellectual disability.