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Gillespie ends surprise medical bills under new law
Gillespie ends surprise medical bills under new law
Senate Democrats champion new laws to expand and protect children’s mental health care
Senate Democrats champion new laws to expand and protect children’s mental health care
Collins says goodbye to ghost guns with new law
Collins says goodbye to ghost guns with new law
Glowiak Hilton champions Illinois law to deter organized retail crime
Glowiak Hilton champions Illinois law to deter organized retail crime
Illinois Senate Democrats applaud new laws to help crime survivors, address root cause of crime
Illinois Senate Democrats applaud new laws to help crime survivors, address root cause of crime

President Harmon statement on body cam footage of Adam Toledo’s death

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Published: Thursday, April 15, 2021 04:45 PM

harmon 041521 adamSPRINGFIELD – Senate President Don Harmon (D-Oak Park) issued the following statement after Chicago police released body camera footage of police fatally shooting 13-year-old Adam Toledo:

“Everything about Adam’s death is horrifying. As a parent, I can’t imagine having to watch a video like this. This has to stop.”

Crowe advances plan to require public notice for power plant demolition

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Published: Thursday, April 15, 2021 03:26 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – Citing local safety concerns from the Wood River community following an unexpected power plant demolition, State Senator Rachelle Crowe (D-Glen Carbon) has advanced an initiative requiring property owners to notify communities of demolition plans across the state. 

“It’s concerning to hear blasts within your community without a warning,” Crowe said. “To prevent residents from being caught off guard and aware of potential health concerns, this measure seeks to require plans for power plant demolitions to be made public.”

Earlier this year, residents of the Metro East community were alarmed when explosions were heard from the decommissioned Wood River Power Station without warning.

Read more: Crowe advances plan to require public notice for power plant demolition

Ellman advances legislation to reduce use of PFAS found in firefighting foam

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Published: Thursday, April 15, 2021 02:32 PM

firefightersSPRINGFIELD – A measure introduced by State Senator Laura Ellman (D-Naperville) that would reduce PFAS chemicals used in firefighting foam passed committee on Thursday.

“Evidence shows that exposure to PFAS found in firefighting foam can lead to numerous health issues, including cancer and kidney problems,” Ellman said. “We need to act now if we want to reduce the risk to the public, including our firefighters.”

Per - and polyfluoradlkyl substances, commonly called PFAS, are a large group of toxic chemicals that have the ability to repel oil and water, reduce friction, and put out fires. For these reasons, they are especially prevalent in firefighting foam.

Read more: Ellman advances legislation to reduce use of PFAS found in firefighting foam

Joyce moves measure to boost demand for Illinois soybean crops

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Published: Thursday, April 15, 2021 02:15 PM

joyce soybeans 041521SPRINGFIELD – To benefit Illinois farmers and help reduce the state’s dependence on foreign fuel sources, Senate Agriculture Chair Patrick Joyce (D-Essex) advanced a measure that aims to create a statewide renewable fuel standard which would require biodiesel for transportation fuel beginning in 2024.

“The demand for biodiesel is growing quickly, and it’s important that Illinois keeps up,” Joyce said. “Biodiesel offers environmental and performance benefits, as well as an economic boost for our farmers.”

Senate Bill 2394 is an initiative of the Illinois Soybean Association and would require diesel sold within the state for use in internal combustion engines to be at least 5% biodiesel fuel oil by volume prior to July 1, 2024, and 20% after that. Certain exemptions would be allowed, including for fuel used in locomotives, marine engines and for power generation.

Read more: Joyce moves measure to boost demand for Illinois soybean crops

  1. Simmons moves to gather data on how COVID-19 has harmed LGBTQ+ communities
  2. Villanueva moves legislation to provide affordable internet access
  3. Morrison: We must increase the number of living organ donors in Illinois
  4. Hunter seeks an end to hair discrimination with CROWN Act

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Bennett declares May 29 as College Savings Day in Illinois
Bennett declares May 29 as College Savings Day in Illinois
CHAMPAIGN – On Sunday, May 29, Illinois will be celebrating College Savings Day thanks to a resolution led by Senate Higher Education Chair Scott Bennett. “As parents and children set their...

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Hastings supports new laws to combat car hijackings
Hastings supports new laws to combat car hijackings
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois has new laws on the books to combat car hijackings, thanks to the support of State Senator Michael E. Hastings. Hastings (D-Frankfort) supported three bipartisan measures that were...

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Belt-supported laws aim to address increase in carjackings
Belt-supported laws aim to address increase in carjackings
EAST ST. LOUIS – State Senator Christopher Belt supported proposals to address the increase in car thefts and hijackings that were signed into law Thursday. According to a January report from...

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Gillespie ends surprise medical bills under new law
Gillespie ends surprise medical bills under new law
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS – Legislation to end surprise medical bills, sponsored by State Senator Ann Gillespie, was signed into law on Thursday. “It’s shameful that someone receiving medical care would experience financial...

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Mattson and Avelar work together to host school supply drive
Mattson and Avelar work together to host school supply drive
CREST HILL – To ensure children in Will County have access to school supplies this fall, State Senator Eric Mattson and Representative Dagmara Avelar are hosting a school supply drive...

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Vehicle registration fee reduction for older Illinoisans
Vehicle registration fee reduction for older Illinoisans
SPRINGFIELD – A measure reducing the registration fee for older Illinoisans was signed into law this month under legislation supported by State Senator Patrick Joyce. “This new law is especially helpful...

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