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Gillespie announces legislation to provide foster youth with legal counsel
Gillespie announces legislation to provide foster youth with legal counsel
Simmons recognizes Black HIV/AIDS Advocacy Day
Simmons recognizes Black HIV/AIDS Advocacy Day
Senate Democrats celebrate $113.8 million investment in Downstate transit
Senate Democrats celebrate $113.8 million investment in Downstate transit
Harmon elected Senate President, delivers message on public service and integrity
Harmon elected Senate President, delivers message on public service and integrity
Senator Villanueva increases abortion access and gender-affirming care for residents in Illinois
Senator Villanueva increases abortion access and gender-affirming care for residents in Illinois

Pacione-Zayas spearheads measure to designate part of Milwaukee Avenue as a Polish Heritage Corridor

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022 04:18 PM

Senator Pacione-Zayas

SPRINGFIELD – To center and support the power of the Polish community in Chicago, State Senator Cristina Pacione-Zayas (D-Chicago) is sponsoring a measure to designate Milwaukee Avenue from Sangamon Street in Chicago to Greenwood Road in Niles as the Milwaukee Avenue Polish Heritage Corridor.

“Polish communities have always had a large impact on the Chicago area, even far beyond their unique and recognizable cultural touchstones like food and the arts. Their local businesses have historically anchored neighborhoods and sustained local social and economic development,” Pacione-Zayas said. “I remain firmly committed that stronger communities means a stronger Illinois. We in Springfield will continue to innovate and construct public policy to that end.”

Read more: Pacione-Zayas spearheads measure to designate part of Milwaukee Avenue as a Polish Heritage Corridor

Peters measure to combat drownings in Lake Michigan clears General Assembly

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022 03:58 PM

Senator Peters

 

Springfield- Piers and public access points to Lake Michigan will soon be safer thanks to a measure advanced by State Senator Robert Peters (D-Chicago) that will help install essential rescue equipment.

“Everyone deserves to feel safe when they head to the beach this summer,” Peters said. “I am glad that the General Assembly is taking an essential step to protect our families who visit beaches  on Lake Michigan.”

House Bill 4165 requires owners of  piers or drop-offs on Lake Michigan to install public rescue equipment .  The measure also establishes tracking and reporting requirements for local governments that own a pier or drop-off on Lake Michigan.

Read more: Peters measure to combat drownings in Lake Michigan clears General Assembly

Turner supports plan to codify Organized Retail Crime, bring offenders to justice

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022 03:22 PM

Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton (L) and Sen. Doris Turner (R)

SPRINGFIELD – To offer stability to retailers, bring support to state prosecutors and promote statewide economic growth, State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield) joined officials with the Illinois Retail Merchants Association and Attorney General’s office to discuss a legislative proposal to curb Organized Retail Crime in Illinois at a press conference Tuesday.

“As organized retail theft becomes more prevalent across the country, Illinois is responsible for updating its laws to fight back against the uptick and prioritize public safety for its residents, workers and business community,” Turner said. “By creating the Organized Retail Crime Act, our state has an opportunity to enact one of the most comprehensive crime-curbing efforts in the nation.”

Read more: Turner supports plan to codify Organized Retail Crime, bring offenders to justice

Elgin Community College to receive funding for behavioral health worker program

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022 12:42 PM

Senator Castro

 

ELGIN – Thanks to support from State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin), Elgin Community College will receive a grant for a Certified Recovery Support Specialist Success program to prepare students for work as behavioral and mental health professionals.

“Our mental health and substance use recovery specialists are the backbone of our behavioral health care system,” Castro said. “Making sure our workers can get the education they need to give the best help possible to vulnerable individuals is critical.”

The Illinois Department of Human Services awarded $4 million in grants to 11 colleges and universities throughout the state, including Elgin Community College, to support the CRSS Success program. Through the program, students will be prepared to work in various capacities, including inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance use treatment services, mobile crisis teams and more.

Read more: Elgin Community College to receive funding for behavioral health worker program

  1. Small businesses see relief thanks to Senator Cunningham
  2. Villa announces more than $3 million in relief funding for local businesses
  3. Lightford champions first-ever state-funded Freedom Schools network in the nation
  4. Cunningham measure backed by Illinois State Police

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Gillespie announces legislation to provide foster youth with legal counsel
Gillespie announces legislation to provide foster youth with legal counsel
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Ann Gillespie and child welfare advocates announced legislation that would provide youth in the care of the Department of Children and Family Services with legal representation...

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Simmons recognizes Black HIV/AIDS Advocacy Day
Simmons recognizes Black HIV/AIDS Advocacy Day
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Mike Simmons presented the Black Leadership Advocacy Coalition for Healthcare Equity with a proclamation declaring Feb. 7 as Black HIV/AIDS Advocacy Day during a press conference...

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Koehler commends Peoria National Guard in upcoming deployment
Koehler commends Peoria National Guard in upcoming deployment
PEORIA – The Illinois Army and National Guard had their mobilization ceremony for 160 National Guardsmen Tuesday. State Senator Dave Koehler commends their sacrifice. “I am thankful to have such brave...

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Senator Patrick Joyce awarded Railroader of the Year from Illinois Railroad Association
Senator Patrick Joyce awarded Railroader of the Year from Illinois Railroad Association
SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Railroad Association announced State Senator Patrick Joyce as a recipient of the Association’s annual Railroader of the Year Award. “Senator Patrick Joyce is a true champion of...

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Murphy appointed Assistant Majority Leader
Murphy appointed Assistant Majority Leader
  DES PLAINES – State Senator Laura Murphy has been appointed to serve as Assistant Majority Leader of the Illinois Senate. “I am honored to take on the role of Assistant Majority...

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Stadelman announces Lead Service Line Inventory Grants
Stadelman announces Lead Service Line Inventory Grants
  SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Steve Stadelman announced that the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has awarded grants to 48 communities in need of lead service line replacements, including a $50,000 grant...

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