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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
Senate Democrats pass Protect Illinois Communities Act, ban assault weapons
Senate Democrats pass Protect Illinois Communities Act, ban assault weapons
Senators Villanueva, Pacione-Zayas support investments in early childhood initiatives
Senators Villanueva, Pacione-Zayas support investments in early childhood initiatives

Illinois students to have plant-based lunch option under Koehler’s new law

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Thursday, May 19, 2022 10:14 AM

plant based school 051922PEORIA – Students across Illinois are guaranteed a plant-based lunch option at school under legislation sponsored by State Senator Dave Koehler.

“Students may have dietary needs rooted in in religious, health-related or other, personal, reasons,” said Koehler (D-Peoria). “By offering a nutritious, plant-based option, we can satisfy those requirements and ensure all students are able to take full advantage of what may be the only meal they can depend on that day.”

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Stadelman law helps increase awareness of state health insurance options

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022 03:19 PM

stadelman 051822SPRINGFIELD – Those without health insurance will receive information on available state health insurance with a check of a box thanks to a measure sponsored by State Senator Steve Stadelman (D-Rockford) that was signed on Friday.

 “This will allow every resident to figure out their health care options and see if they are qualified for state health insurance by simply checking a box on a form,” Stadelman said. “We can provide lifesaving information to those who are struggling and may not know how to get covered.”

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New Sims law requires FBI involvement in cases where bodies remain unidentified

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022 02:38 PM

jelani day 051822Sims champions law after death of Jelani Day

SPRINGFIELD — When Illinois State University student Jelani Day went missing, it took two weeks to find his body and another three weeks to identify his remains. This led State Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr. (D-Chicago) to champion a law signed Friday to allow county coroners and medical examiners to receive federal assistance in identifying missing persons.

Read more: New Sims law requires FBI involvement in cases where bodies remain unidentified

Bennett-supported measure to reconnect former foster children with their foster families becomes law

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022 02:09 PM

fosterfam 051822SPRINGFIELD – A measure supported by State Senator Scott Bennett to help former foster children get in contact with their former families was signed into law Friday.

“Youth in the foster care system often become very close with their foster families before they are adopted,” said Bennett (D-Champaign), a co-sponsor of the legislation. “These kids deserve access to the family that cared for them as they transition to a new family.”

Read more: Bennett-supported measure to reconnect former foster children with their foster families becomes...

  1. Murphy law eliminates outdated bureaucratic procedures, allows physician assistants to begin new employment faster
  2. Koehler’s new law encourages purchase of Illinois-made vehicles
  3. Turner’s plan to bring greater health care to rural Illinois becomes law
  4. Villanueva: Expanding awareness to student-parent resources will tackle barriers to college success

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Pacione-Zayas appointed chair of newly formed Senate Early Childhood Committee
 Pacione-Zayas appointed chair of newly formed Senate Early Childhood Committee
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Cristina H. Pacione-Zayas is thrilled to announce she will serve as chair of the newly formed Senate Early Childhood Committee in the 103rd General Assembly. “As a...

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St. Clair and Madison Counties receive over $14 million to improve transportation with support from Belt
St. Clair and Madison Counties receive over $14 million to improve transportation with support from Belt
EAST ST. LOUIS – With the strong support of State Senator Christopher Belt, St. Clair and Madison Counties will receive over $14.6 million to improve transportation as part of the...

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Faraci announces $302,000 pre-apprenticeship program investment in Danville
Faraci announces $302,000 pre-apprenticeship program investment in Danville
  DANVILLE – Danville Area Community College is set to receive $302,000 in funding for pre-apprenticeship programs in the trades, State Senator Paul Faraci announced Monday. “Pre-apprenticeship programs play a vital role...

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Senator Halpin announces more than $3 million coming to Macomb
Senator Halpin announces more than $3 million coming to Macomb
  MACOMB – With the support of State Senator Mike Halpin, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced the City of Macomb will receive $3.25 million to improve transportation as part of...

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Senator Koehler announces more than $5 million coming to Greater Peoria area for transit upgrades
Senator Koehler announces more than $5 million coming to Greater Peoria area for transit upgrades
  PEORIA – With the support of State Senator Dave Koehler, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced the Greater Peoria Mass Transit District – known as CityLink – will receive $5.3...

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Belt named chair of Senate Appropriations-Public Safety and Infrastructure Committee
Belt named chair of Senate Appropriations-Public Safety and Infrastructure Committee
  SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Christopher Belt will serve as chair of the Senate Appropriations-Public Safety and Infrastructure Committee in the 103rd General Assembly. “In my new role I want to ensure...

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