Ventura’s historic AI protection package heard in committee
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SPRINGFIELD — A comprehensive package of legislation sponsored by State Senator Rachel Ventura aimed at protecting Illinois residents from the worst dangers of unchecked AI technology is set to be heard in the Senate AI and Social Media Subcommittee Thursday and Friday.
“As artificial intelligence technology expands and accelerates at an alarming rate, now is the time to set guardrails against potential abuses and damages before it’s too late,” said Ventura (D-Joliet). “These bills put people first by setting clear rules, increasing transparency and protecting consumers, workers and communities.”
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Turner, local leaders unveil economic development plan for downtown Springfield
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Doris Turner, alongside State Representative Mike Coffey, Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher and Sangamon County Board Chair Andy Van Meter unveiled an economic development plan for downtown Springfield Tuesday.
“Four units of government are working together in a bipartisan manner to provide economic tools that will finance and fund the development of a new hotel and the expansion of the Bank of Springfield Center,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “We all share the same vision – a thriving downtown that strengthens our capital city while supporting jobs, tourism and economic growth.”
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Villa resolution establishes Civic Learning Week
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SPRINGFIELD – To encourage a statewide effort to promote civic learning and engagement, State Senator Karina Villa led a resolution declaring the week of March 9 through March 15 as Civic Learning Week in Illinois.
“As we continue to face challenges to the Constitution under the Trump administration, it is critical that we ensure students acquire a deep understanding of government, history and their role as active participants in our democracy,” said Villa (D-West Chicago). “Civic Learning Week allows us to make a collective commitment to prioritize civic learning and acknowledge the educators doing the work to instill our shared democratic values in our young people.”
Johnson declares March 2026 as Whole Child Month
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SPRINGFIELD — To highlight the importance of supporting students beyond academics, State Senator Adriane Johnson championed the effort to declare March 2026 as Illinois Whole Child Month.
“Designating Whole Child Month is about recognizing that student success extends far beyond the classroom,” said Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove). “We must ensure every child has the resources, support and environment they need to grow, thrive and succeed.”
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