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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”
Senate Democrats honor fallen firefighters at Springfield ceremony
Senate Democrats honor fallen firefighters at Springfield ceremony

Simmons passes bill to strengthen marriage equality in Illinois

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Friday, May 05, 2023 02:11 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – To strengthen marriage equality for same-sex couples looking to get married in Illinois, State Senator Mike Simmons advanced a bill from the Senate on Thursday.

“There have been attacks on same-sex couples and marriages all across the nation, and the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision to repeal Roe v. Wade has raised questions of the court’s intention to undermine Obergefell v. Hodges, which protects same-sex couples’ right to marry,” said Simmons (D-Chicago). “This bill will protect same-sex marriages in Illinois and help same-sex couples in other states coming to Illinois.”

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Peters changes the definition of a delinquent minor

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Friday, May 05, 2023 01:14 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – In response to the Illinois Supreme Court decision in The People of the State of Illinois v. Kelan W., State Senator Robert Peters’ measure changing the definition of a delinquent minor passed the Senate Thursday.

“Illinois courts should not be able to prosecute minors for violations of another state’s laws,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “This measure prevents an overreach of power, which can blur the lines between the role Illinois has on other states’ criminal justice systems and vice versa.”

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Senator Preston to remove outdated, antiquated language from criminal law

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Friday, May 05, 2023 12:51 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Willie passed a measure to remove all references to the death penalty in criminal statutes.

“The language we use influences attitudes and behavior,” said Preston (D-Chicago). “It’s important that we clean up the language used in our laws to avoid creating unconscious biases.”

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Pacione-Zayas to expand and improve dual language instruction in schools

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Friday, May 05, 2023 12:20 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – Dual language education may soon be more accessible to Illinois students, thanks to a new measure sponsored by State Senator Cristina H. Pacione-Zayas.

“Dual language instruction can be transformative for a student, expanding their future career opportunities and strengthening their connection to their culture and develop a global view,” said Pacione-Zayas (D-Chicago). “Improving our dual language offerings will help young people become more well-rounded and have a better understanding of themselves and the world.”

Currently, Illinois supports bilingual education programs by maintaining an advisory council on bilingual education, which reports to the Illinois State Board of Education. However, this council is only required to provide recommendations to best support students and families participating in ESL, or English as a Second Language. While these recommendations are important, this council could use its insights — as an important table of academics with expertise in various programs of bilingual education — to also study dual language instruction across the state and provide recommendations on how to support these programs.

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  1. Villa passes bill to protect concertgoers from overdose
  2. Belt measure to reduce unnecessary traffic stops passes Senate
  3. Johnson champions bill to decrease homelessness
  4. Senate approves Feigenholtz anti-bullying legislation

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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
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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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Preston: New Budget offers more equitable, advantageous opportunities across Illinois
Preston: New Budget offers more equitable, advantageous opportunities across Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – During his first year in office, State Senator Willie Preston (D-Chicago) was proud to support a budget that prioritizes education from birth to college, enhances workforce development, and...

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Senator Porfirio supports legislation to give Illinois students more in-state opportunities
Senator Porfirio supports legislation to give Illinois students more in-state opportunities
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Mike Porfirio helped spearhead a measure through the Senate making significant strides to expand the AIM HIGH Grant Pilot Program. “Making the AIM HIGH program permanent will...

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Senate Democrats pass responsible spending plan
Senate Democrats pass responsible spending plan
SPRINGFIELD – Building upon the success of the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus passed the Fiscal Year 2024 budget Thursday, continuing the state on a path...

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Morrison leads measure to allow law enforcement to use drones to detect public safety issues
Morrison leads measure to allow law enforcement to use drones to detect public safety issues
SPRINGFIELD – Less than a year after State Senator Julie Morrison and her family ran for their lives as a man opened fire from a rooftop in Highland Park, she...

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