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Senate Democratic Women's Caucus celebrate Women's History Month
Senate Democratic Women's Caucus celebrate Women's History Month
Murphy measure to cap insulin at $35 passes Senate
Murphy measure to cap insulin at $35 passes Senate
Ventura works to end deceptive ‘final notice’ mailings
Ventura works to end deceptive ‘final notice’ mailings
Senate approves legislation by Koehler to protect child vloggers
Senate approves legislation by Koehler to protect child vloggers
Senate Democrats work to make insulin more affordable, accessible
Senate Democrats work to make insulin more affordable, accessible

Joyce plan to encourage firefighter training passes Senate

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Friday, March 24, 2023 02:14 PM

joyce 032423SPRINGFIELD – To diminish the volunteer firefighter shortage Illinois is currently facing, State Senator Patrick Joyce advanced a plan out of the Senate Friday to allow for more people to complete firefighter training.

“The number of volunteer firefighters has been declining for almost a decade,” said Joyce (D-Essex). “This opportunity would give people the chance to get proper firefighter training to become an experienced volunteer in their communities.”

Fire departments across the state have faced a shortage of new recruits and volunteer firefighters in recent years. Senate Bill 1611 would combat these shortages to give people the opportunity to undergo firefighter training courses.

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Statewide mental health coordinator for law enforcement passes Senate

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Friday, March 24, 2023 02:04 PM

cunningham 032423SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Bill Cunningham passed a bill through the Senate on Friday, which aims to provide mental health support and education for law enforcement officers who are facing post-traumatic stress disorder.

“We are not passing any new mandate on law enforcement,” said Cunningham, a Democrat who represents portions of Chicago and the Southwest Suburbs. “We are creating a supportive resource that officers can utilize for specific traumatic situations and for PTSD."

The Statewide PTSD Mental Health Coordinator will be appointed by the governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate, and shall serve for a term of four years. The coordinator will be responsible for providing resources, information and assistance to law enforcement officers who may be experiencing PTSD symptoms or other mental health issues related to their work.

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Gillespie leads effort to guarantee legal counsel for foster youth

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Friday, March 24, 2023 01:57 PM

gillespie 032423SPRINGFIELD — Youth in the care of the Department of Children and Family Services often have several adults speaking on their behalf regarding what is in their best interest. To ensure youth have a say in their future and guaranteed legal representation, State Senator Ann Gillespie passed legislation out of the Senate on Friday.

“Youth in care are the experts when it comes to what they need; they should have a say in the decisions being made about their lives,” said Gillespie (D-Arlington Heights). “This legislation gives youth in care an attorney who will elevate their voice and advocate for their wishes.”

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Senator Fine fights plastic pollution, requires state agencies to restrict use of single-use plastic foodware

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Friday, March 24, 2023 01:09 PM

plasticware 032423SPRINGFIELD –To ensure state operations are prioritizing environmental sustainability and not contributing to degradation, State Senator Laura Fine is leading an initiative to limit the consumption of single-use plastic foodware by state agencies over the next year.

“We need to be more conscious of how we use and dispose of single-use plastics and the impact they have on our environment,” said Fine (D-Glenview). “Illinois state agencies should be the role model of transitioning to sustainable, environmentally-friendly foodware.”

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  2. Holmes halts unscrupulous pet stores’ non-compliance with state puppy mill consumer protection law
  3. Senator Preston streamlines testing and promotion process for Chicago firefighters
  4. Koehler passes legislation that gives downstate Illinois a seat at the table

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Holmes backs measure to end deception by crisis pregnancy centers
Holmes backs measure to end deception by crisis pregnancy centers
SPRINGFIELD – As a longstanding advocate for women’s reproductive rights, State Senator Linda Holmes was proud to be a cosponsor of Senator Celina Villanueva’s legislation to prohibit crisis pregnancy centers...

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Glowiak Hilton legislation to require bottle filling stations in buildings passes the Senate
Glowiak Hilton legislation to require bottle filling stations in buildings passes the Senate
  SPRINGFIELD – An initiative led by State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton that would require bottle filling stations in many new buildings being constructed in Illinois passed the Senate. “Although there are...

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Stadelman bill expands rent protections for tenants of smaller properties
Stadelman bill expands rent protections for tenants of smaller properties
  To help tenants who rent small properties like houses and duplex homes, State Senator Steve Stadelman passed legislation on Thursday to provide greater transparency for renters. “Currently, there are no security...

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Ventura passes bipartisan-supported measure to alleviate truck collisions
Ventura passes bipartisan-supported measure to alleviate truck collisions
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Rachel Ventura passed bipartisan legislation that aims to alleviate truck collisions with underpasses or viaducts. “Trucks collide with underpasses and viaducts far too often,” said Ventura (D-Joliet)....

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Senate Democratic Women's Caucus celebrate Women's History Month
Senate Democratic Women's Caucus celebrate Women's History Month
The women of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus play an integral role in the historic changes being made to make Illinois successful. This Women’s History Month, senators took the time...

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Senator Holmes seeks to bring paint recycling to Illinois
Senator Holmes seeks to bring paint recycling to Illinois
Senator Holmes seeks to bring paint recycling to Illinois SPRINGFIELD – Many homeowners have something lurking in their basement or garage that could be disposed of, but there...

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