Illinois public health officials say they've received hundreds of comments from residents as they consider regulating the processing and sale of unpasteurized milk products.

There's still two weeks before the public comment period ends Oct. 20. According to reports, state regulators want to create a two-tier system that would apply to raw milk from cows, goats, sheep, water buffalo and other hoofed animals.

Federal data show between 300,000 and 400,000 Illinoisans drink raw milk. At issue is risk of illness versus claims of health and whether the state wants too much or too little regulation.

Supporters, like Tim Kelly of Springfield, say they feel stronger when they drink raw milk.

The Illinois Department of Public Health says regulations are necessary to make raw milk safer.