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Senate Democrats applaud signing of responsible, balanced budget
Senate Democrats applaud signing of responsible, balanced budget
Senate Democrats pass responsible spending plan
Senate Democrats pass responsible spending plan
Edly-Allen, Morrison champion measures to combat online harassment
Edly-Allen, Morrison champion measures to combat online harassment
Bipartisan group of Senators outline critical response plan for schools, law enforcement
Bipartisan group of Senators outline critical response plan for schools, law enforcement
Edly-Allen passes measure to crack down on harmful “deepfakes”
Edly-Allen passes measure to crack down on harmful “deepfakes”

Glowiak Hilton moves to renew tax credit for affordable housing donations

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021 06:10 PM

glowiak 051221SPRINGFIELD – To encourage support of affordable housing projects, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) advanced legislation to renew the state’s tax credit program and steadily increase benefits over time.

“The Illinois Affordable Housing Tax Credit has been instrumental in the development and preservation of affordable housing across the state over the last two decades,” Glowiak Hilton. “With its renewal, Illinois stays committed to the public and private partnerships needed to provide ongoing economic activity in communities.”

Read more: Glowiak Hilton moves to renew tax credit for affordable housing donations

Family members of sexual assault survivors would be eligible for protections under Villa legislation

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021 02:03 PM

Senator Villa

SPRINGFIELD – Family and household members of survivors of sexual assault could file petitions for civil no-contact orders under legislation from State Senator Karina Villa (D-West Chicago), which was introduced in the Senate Criminal Law Committee Tuesday after passing the House with unanimous support.

“Survivors of sexual assault and harassment deserve to feel safe at home — that means providing protection not just to the survivor, but to their family and loved ones,” Villa said. “Expanding the list of people who can file petitions for no-contact orders is critical to restoring survivors’ peace of mind and helping them move forward.”

Read more: Family members of sexual assault survivors would be eligible for protections under Villa legislation

Van Pelt Call4Calm Bill passes Human Services Committee

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021 09:26 AM

pvp calm 051221SPRINGFIELD – A measure sponsored by State Senator Patricia Van Pelt (D-Chicago) to permanently establish the Call4Calm text line to support Illinois residents' mental health needs passed committee Tuesday, falling in line with Mental Health Awareness Month.

“Call4Calm was a great initiative during the COVID-19 pandemic, and can still benefit those who struggle with their mental health even after this pandemic is over,” Van Pelt said. “Mental health outcomes are more concerning than ever before due to the public health crisis, and this text line is an essential outlet.”

Read more: Van Pelt Call4Calm Bill passes Human Services Committee

Belt measure would help build sidewalks along state roads

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021 08:59 AM

belt sidewalk 051221SPRINGFIELD – A measure sponsored by State Senator Christopher Belt (D-Centreville) that would require the Illinois Department of Transportation to provide funding to create additional infrastructure in urban areas passed committee on Tuesday.

The measure would require IDOT to fully fund all aspects of construction projects on state roadways, including infrastructure for pedestrians walking and bicycling within one mile of an urban area. Additionally, the measure requires IDOT to complete any of these unfinished infrastructure projects in municipalities with a population of 1,000 or more.

 

Read more: Belt measure would help build sidewalks along state roads

  1. Stadelman moves Illinois one step closer to a high-speed rail network
  2. Connor takes aim at racial bias in hiring processes that use AI
  3. Loughran Cappel acts to bolster safety precautions in school zones
  4. Glowiak Hilton advances measure to secure aid for local businesses hurt by pandemic

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Senate Democrats applaud signing of responsible, balanced budget
Senate Democrats applaud signing of responsible, balanced budget
SPRINGFIELD – Thanks to steadfast, responsible leadership from members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus, the governor signed the state’s fifth balanced budget in a row into law Wednesday. “Passing this...

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The Majority Report 06/05/23 - Your end of session recap
The Majority Report 06/05/23 - Your end of session recap
Holmes, Morrison advocate for drone use by law enforcement for public safety SPRINGFIELD – State Senators Linda Holmes and Julie Morrison worked together to pass a measure to enhance public safety...

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Morrison, Holmes advocate for drone use by law enforcement for public safety
Morrison, Holmes advocate for drone use by law enforcement for public safety
SPRINGFIELD – State Senators Linda Holmes and Julie Morrison worked together to pass a measure to enhance public safety through the use of drones following two separate mass shooting tragedies...

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The Majority Report 05/30/23 - Passing a fiscally responsible budget
The Majority Report 05/30/23 - Passing a fiscally responsible budget
Senate Democrats pass responsible spending plan Building upon the success of the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus passed the Fiscal Year 2024 budget last week, continuing the...

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Hastings works to increase college affordability
Hastings works to increase college affordability
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Michael E. Hastings fought for a significant milestone in the expansion of the AIM HIGH Grant Pilot Program. “This monumental legislation makes greater investments in our children,”...

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Lightford on FY 24 Budget: This is a positive investment for our children
Lightford on FY 24 Budget: This is a positive investment for our children
SPRINGFIELD – Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford (D-Maywood) declared the state’s Fiscal Year 2024 budget a positive investment for our state’s children – prioritizing education, youth employment and mental...

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