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Senate Democrats outline plan to tackle teacher shortage

Senate Democrats outline plan to tackle teacher shortage

Belt moves to ban bait-and-switch gym membership sales tactic

Belt moves to ban bait-and-switch gym membership sales tactic

Senate Democrats welcome Illinois students for annual Tech Day

Senate Democrats welcome Illinois students for annual Tech Day

Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus condemns DHS Secretary’s Springfield visit

Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus condemns DHS Secretary’s Springfield visit

Senate Democrats honor fallen police officers at Springfield ceremony

Senate Democrats honor fallen police officers at Springfield ceremony

Cunningham supported law starts off 2023 with a tax cut

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Wednesday, January 04, 2023 03:49 PM

senior driving tags 010423SPRINGFIELD – Older Illinoisans will see a reduced registration fee under a new law supported by Senator Bill Cunningham took effect Jan. 1, 2022. 

“Inflation is still hurting families, especially those on a fixed income,” said Cunningham, a Democrat who represents portions of Chicago and the southwest suburbs. “I am proud to announce this law starts off the year with a tax cut.”

Cunningham voted for House Bill 5304, which will reduce the vehicle registration fee for vehicle owners and their spouses from $24 to $10 if they qualify or have been approved for benefits under the Senior Citizens and Persons with Disability Property Tax Relief Act.

Read more: Cunningham supported law starts off 2023 with a tax cut

Senate Democrats applaud the signing of the Reimagining Electric Vehicles Act amendment

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Thursday, December 22, 2022 03:16 PM

electric vehicles 111621CHICAGO – Illinois Senate Democrats celebrate the solidification of Illinois as a leader in the electric vehicle manufacturing industry thanks to the signing of an amendment to the Reimagining Electric Vehicles in Illinois Act.

“This law will make it easier for automakers and car parts manufacturing companies to qualify for tax credits—opportunities that can help expand local businesses and support working Illinoisans,” said Senator Steve Stadelman (D-Rockford). “I am proud to support this bill and see this as a major win for manufacturers in our state.” 

Read more: Senate Democrats applaud the signing of the Reimagining Electric Vehicles Act amendment

Millions of Illinoisans received income, property tax rebates thanks to Illinois Senate Democrats

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Thursday, December 22, 2022 10:06 AM

sims 040922SPRINGFIELD – Millions of Illinoisans have now received over $1 billion in income and property tax rebates as part of the Illinois Senate Democrat-backed Illinois Family Relief Plan.

“We prioritized families struggling to make ends meet, the single mom worrying about how she’ll afford school supplies and child care, and the family who feels they can’t catch a break – and we put together a fiscally responsible, compassionate plan to signal to each of those families that their needs are what we are fighting for,” said State Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr., who chairs the Senate Appropriations Committee. “Illinois is paying its bills and we are fighting to help struggling families pay theirs as well.”

Read more: Millions of Illinoisans received income, property tax rebates thanks to Illinois Senate Democrats

Turner receives award for strong support of agricultural education

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Monday, December 19, 2022 02:54 PM

turner 080122SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Doris Turner recently accepted the Jim Guilinger Legislative Award from the Illinois Leadership Council for Agricultural Education in Springfield for her efforts in prioritizing ag as a state legislator.

“Agriculture plays an important role in our local economy and is the reason we have food on our table,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “Educating students about the agricultural industry encourages them to be a part of one of Illinois’ most vital productions.”

The Jim Guilinger Legislative Award is presented to legislators who advocate for and have been publicly supportive of Illinois agricultural education. The agricultural industry makes up about a quarter of Illinois’ jobs.

Read more: Turner receives award for strong support of agricultural education

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  3. Villanueva-led changes to One Day Rest in Seven Act take effect Jan. 1
  4. Simmons announces $1 million in state funding for lead pipe replacement
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