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Drinking water for thousands of Illinoisans to be protected under Faraci law

Drinking water for thousands of Illinoisans to be protected under Faraci law

Ellman measure to strengthen Illinois gun storage becomes law

Ellman measure to strengthen Illinois gun storage becomes law

Collins law helps residents deal with criminal trespassing

Collins law helps residents deal with criminal trespassing

Lightford celebrates unveiling of Children’s Adversity Index to measure exposure to childhood trauma

Lightford celebrates unveiling of Children’s Adversity Index to measure exposure to childhood trauma

Koehler law reforms pharmacy benefit manager practices

Koehler law reforms pharmacy benefit manager practices

Schools can move forward from financial impact of COVID-19 under new Johnson law

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Friday, June 25, 2021 04:21 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – School districts can move forward from the pandemic without worrying about funding cuts due to temporary low enrollment under a new law sponsored by State Senator Adriane Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove).

“Our schools did an exceptional job helping our students learn through the COVID-19 pandemic,” Johnson said. “Now, as they prepare for a full return to the classroom, it’s critical they have all the resources they need to recover.”

Currently, the school funding formula uses average student enrollment over the previous three school years to determine the amount of money districts receive. To lessen the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on schools’ budgets, Johnson’s law allows school districts to calculate their average student enrollment based on pre-COVID levels.

Read more: Schools can move forward from financial impact of COVID-19 under new Johnson law

Belt, Crowe urge local fire departments to apply for relief grants

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Friday, June 25, 2021 12:28 PM

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East St. Louis – State Senators Christopher Belt (D-Swansea) and Rachelle Aud Crowe (D-Glen Carbon) are urging local fire departments impacted by the pandemic to apply for relief grants.

“The brave men and women on the first line of defense risk their lives every day and continued to do so during the pandemic,” Belt said. “I’m pleased to see funds being spent on our firefighters who protect our communities.”

A total of $1 million will be available to assist approximately 80 impacted fire departments that operate in diverse communities throughout the state. Under this one-time grant opportunity, eligible Illinois fire departments could receive up to $15,000 in order to make up for lost donation revenues stemming from their inability to host local fundraising events during 2020. These fundraising events pay for necessities like fuel for fire trucks, utilities and insurance.

Read more: Belt, Crowe urge local fire departments to apply for relief grants

Loughran Cappel calls on Gov. Pritzker to further protect consumers from wrongful fees

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Friday, June 25, 2021 10:17 AM

Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel

PLAINFIELD – To end the practice of burdening family members of deceased utility customers with early termination fees by, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood) is urging Governor Pritzker to sign House Bill 122 into law.

“Utility companies taking advantage of hard working people through unnecessary fees is unfortunately all too common,” Loughran Cappel said. “Governor Pritzker has the ability to immediately crack down on this predatory practice by signing a piece of legislation currently sitting on his desk. It is my hope that he will take swift action on this measure to protect Illinois families of all backgrounds.”

House Bill 122 would end early termination fees for utility customers who die before the end of a contract.

Read more: Loughran Cappel calls on Gov. Pritzker to further protect consumers from wrongful fees

Senator Holmes to governor: sign legislation prohibiting poaching and trafficking of at-risk animal species

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Thursday, June 24, 2021 04:01 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – House Bill 395 is awaiting action on the governor’s desk, and Assistant Senate Majority Leader Linda Holmes (D-Aurora) is urging him to sign the legislation to protect animal species facing the threat of extinction. The measure would prohibit the trafficking of exotic animal parts in Illinois.

“While Illinois leads the nation in so many areas of animal welfare, we are behind the federal government when it comes to illegal smuggling and trafficking of animals’ body parts,” Holmes said. “Federal policy has been strengthened, and Illinois needs to take action. This legislation has passed through the General Assembly, and simply awaits the governor’s signature.”

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  • Joyce-led measure to expand hunting permit eligibility signed into law
    Joyce-led measure to expand hunting permit eligibility signed into law
    SPRINGFIELD – Landowners and farmers will now have more flexibility when it comes to hunting on their own property after legislation from State Senator Patrick Joyce was signed into law on Friday. “People only get so much time in a season to get out...

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  • Porfirio-backed Drew Price Act improving firefighter safety becomes law
    Porfirio-backed Drew Price Act improving firefighter safety becomes law
    SPRINGFIELD — A severe rooftop safety hazard for Illinois firefighters will be mended thanks to a new law championed by State Senator Mike Porfirio. “This is a profound advancement for the safety of Illinois firefighters,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Town...

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  • Koehler’s law creates the Illinois Freedom Trails Commission
    Koehler’s law creates the Illinois Freedom Trails Commission
    SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Dave Koehler’s law establishing the Illinois Freedom Trails Commission to preserve and promote the state’s Underground Railroad history is now on the books. “This law is a meaningful step toward recognizing and commemorati...

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  • Dental insurance payments now streamlined thanks to new Cervantes law
    Dental insurance payments now streamlined thanks to new Cervantes law
    SPRINGFIELD – Dental patients will no longer have to worry about footing the bill for an appointment while waiting to be reimbursed by their insurance plan, thanks to an initiative led by State Senator Javier Loera Cervantes that was signed into law...

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  • Johnson honored with amphitheater naming in Buffalo Grove
    Johnson honored with amphitheater naming in Buffalo Grove
    BUFFALO GROVE – In recognition of her unwavering dedication to public service and community advancement, State Senator Adriane Johnson will be honored with the naming of the amphitheater at Mike Rylko Community Park in Buffalo Grove. “I am deeply humb...

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