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Hastings and Porfirio highlight resources for service members, veterans and their families
Hastings and Porfirio highlight resources for service members, veterans and their families
Glowiak Hilton passes measure to modernize Illinois’ professional licensure process
Glowiak Hilton passes measure to modernize Illinois’ professional licensure process
Senate Democrats applaud executive order to begin transition for new early childhood agency
Senate Democrats applaud executive order to begin transition for new early childhood agency
Hunter and Sims commend new program to support emerging housing developers
Hunter and Sims commend new program to support emerging housing developers
A statement from the Illinois Legislative Jewish Caucus on the war in the Middle East
A statement from the Illinois Legislative Jewish Caucus on the war in the Middle East

Koehler’s plan to waive trapping license requirements for disabled veterans and others passes Senate committee

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Thursday, March 18, 2021 04:53 PM

koehler 031821SPRINGFIELD – Disabled veterans, returning service members and those who are terminally ill would not need to get a trapping license under a plan by State Senator Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) that advanced out of the Senate Agriculture Committee Thursday.

Koehler is the sponsor of Senate Bill 1533, which provides a trapping license exemption for those groups.

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Bennett advances measure to provide death benefits to probation officers who die in the line of duty

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Thursday, March 18, 2021 02:33 PM

Senator Bennett

SPRINGFIELD – The Senate State Government Committee approved a measure sponsored by State Senator Scott Bennett (D-Champaign) Wednesday to add probation officers to the list of individuals that qualify for death benefits if killed in the line of duty.

“Our probation officers put their uniforms on and go to work every day to help protect our communities,” Bennett said. “With the Illinois courts considering an expansion of home and field visits, more probation officers are at increased risk of getting involved in a potentially violent situation.”

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Senate President applauds expanded vaccines, path to re-opening

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Thursday, March 18, 2021 02:10 PM

covid vaccine 122521SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Senate President Don Harmon welcomed news of expanded vaccine access and plans to re-open the state’s economy.

“We’ve made it to this point thanks to modern science and the personal sacrifices of people all across this state. You’ve followed the rules and kept each other safe until a vaccine was widely available. Thank you.

“I urge everyone to remain patient and vigilant as we head into what is hopefully the final phase of this horrible pandemic.”

Bennett reintroduces measure to prevent pharmacies from hiding drug prices

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Wednesday, March 17, 2021 01:59 PM

scrip prices 031721CHAMPAIGN – To improve transparency around prescription drug costs, State Senator Scott Bennett (D-Champaign) reintroduced a measure requiring pharmacies to post a notice informing consumers that a consumer may request current pharmacy retail prices at the point of sale.

“Retail prices at pharmacies generally bear no relationship to the actual market prices of the medications,” Bennett said. “Patients deserve to know the ‘real’ price of the medication they intend to purchase so they can make an informed decision about where they buy their prescriptions.”

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  1. Belt advocates for diverse interview panels to ensure equal employment opportunity
  2. Turner moves legislation to expand agricultural education for students
  3. Martwick’s legislation providing mental health days in school passes committee
  4. Murphy fights for more inclusive athletic uniforms at Illinois schools

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Gillespie, Castro validate mental health referendums, ensure funding
Gillespie, Castro validate mental health referendums, ensure funding
SPRINGFIELD – Suburban township mental health boards approved by referendum last year will be able to collect the revenue needed to operate after legislation led by State Senators Ann Gillespie...

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Faraci announces warm socks drive in Vermilion County
Faraci announces warm socks drive in Vermilion County
DANVILLE – Especially during the winter months, socks are among the most-requested articles of clothing by people experiencing homelessness, leading State Senator Paul Faraci to continue the work of State...

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Belt to host mobile DMV event in Dupo
Belt to host mobile DMV event in Dupo
DUPO — Motorists who need to renew their driver’s licenses and purchase vehicle stickers can attend a free mobile unit event Saturday sponsored by State Senator Christopher Belt. “The mobile unit...

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Stadelman celebrates reopening of Belvidere Assembly Plant
Stadelman celebrates reopening of Belvidere Assembly Plant
ROCKFORD — State Senator Steve Stadelman joined local leaders to celebrate the long awaited reopening of the Belvidere Assembly Plant, which has been idled since February, after United Auto Workers...

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Hastings and Porfirio highlight resources for service members, veterans and their families
Hastings and Porfirio highlight resources for service members, veterans and their families
SPRINGFIELD — With Veterans Day approaching, State Senators Michael E. Hastings and Mike Porfirio are taking the opportunity to remind residents about vital resources available to Illinois service members, veterans...

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Glowiak Hilton passes measure to modernize Illinois’ professional licensure process
Glowiak Hilton passes measure to modernize Illinois’ professional licensure process
SPRINGFIELD— State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton’s measure to help to modernize Illinois’ professional licensure process advanced out of the Senate Tuesday. “I continue to hear from residents in my district who...

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