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Hastings’ measure to create jobs and stop climate change now law

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Category: Senator Michael E. Hastings News
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 01:02 PM
  • Climate Change
  • SB3866
  • Clean Energy Jobs

Senator HastingsSPRINGFIELD - A measure furthering State Senator Michael E. Hastings’ work to make Illinois a leader in preventing climate change is now law.

Hastings (D-Frankfort) championed Senate Bill 3866, which makes necessary improvements to the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s (DCEO) implementation and administration of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act to help create a pipeline for Illinois residents to train and help Illinois residents pursue careers in clean energy construction and building trades. The legislation was signed into law on Friday.

“This new law sets up Illinois to tap into clean energy jobs,” Hastings said. “We are furthering the state’s mission to end climate change while embracing innovative technology to create good paying jobs in our own backyard.”

Read more: Hastings’ measure to create jobs and stop climate change now law

Hastings supports new laws to combat car hijackings

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Category: Senator Michael E. Hastings News
Thursday, May 26, 2022 02:28 PM
  • Hastings
  • Carjacking
  • HB3772
  • HB3699
  • SB4205

hastings 050922SPRINGFIELD – 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 signed into law on Thursday that implement a multifaceted approach to fight this nationwide epidemic.

“The people across the South Suburbs deserve the right to live safely and securely without the fear of carjackings and violence on their way home from work or picking up their kids,” Hastings said. “These horrific crimes change people’s lives in a big way. These new laws will help combat this crisis and alleviate some of the financial and emotional stresses.”

Read more: Hastings supports new laws to combat car hijackings

Hastings’ measure to provide veteran dependents with scholarship assistance now law

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Category: Senator Michael E. Hastings News
Monday, May 16, 2022 03:10 PM
  • Hastings
  • MIA/POW Scholarship
  • SB3762

usflag 051722SPRINGFIELD – A measure to create greater access to the MIA/POW Scholarship for children of veterans is now law in Illinois, thanks to State Senator Michael E. Hastings.

Hastings (D-Frankfort) sponsored Senate Bill 3762, which allows legally adopted dependents under the age of 18 at the time of adoption and step-children who were under the age of 18 at the time of marriage would be eligible for the MIA/POW Scholarship.

“This new law will provide support to families that have already made the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation,” said Hastings. “Helping our heroes’ children obtain a college education is the least we could do to thank them for their service.”

Read more: Hastings’ measure to provide veteran dependents with scholarship assistance now law

Hastings supports new law to recruit and retain police officers

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Category: Senator Michael E. Hastings News
Tuesday, May 10, 2022 03:04 PM
  • Hastings
  • Law Enforcement
  • HB 3863
  • Law Enforcement Recruitment and Retention

Senator Hastings

 

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois has a new law on the books to recruit and retain police officers, thanks to the support of State Senator Michael E. Hastings.

Hastings (D-Frankfort) serves as the chief cosponsor of House Bill 3863 signed into law on Tuesday, which creates the Law Enforcement Recruitment and Retention Fund to aid municipalities, higher education facilities, and other nonprofits in the recruitment and retention of law enforcement officers.

“Our law enforcement officers are on the front lines keeping our communities safe,” Hastings said. “Ensuring our police departments are adequately staffed is a key component of giving these brave men and women the tools to perform their jobs.”

Read more: Hastings supports new law to recruit and retain police officers

Hastings excited to announce Frankfort to receive nearly $25,000 grant

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Category: Senator Michael E. Hastings News
Tuesday, May 10, 2022 12:02 PM
  • Hastings
  • Historic Preservation Projects
  • Frankfort

hastings 051022FRANKFORT – State Senator Michael E. Hastings is excited to announce that the Village of Frankfort is set to receive nearly $25,000 to preserve the intensive history of its downtown area.

Hastings (D-Frankfort) was pleased to find out that Frankfort is one of five state historic sites that are will receive funding for historic preservation projects through the National Park Services’ Historic Preservation Fund on Friday.

“These vital dollars will help the Village of Frankfort preserve and showcase the beautiful history of the South Suburbs,” Hastings said. “I look forward to seeing the great work the village does.”

Read more: Hastings excited to announce Frankfort to receive nearly $25,000 grant

South Suburban businesses set to receive over $4 million thanks to Hastings

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Category: Senator Michael E. Hastings News
Monday, May 09, 2022 03:33 PM
  • Hastings
  • DCEO Grant
  • Back 2 Business

hastings 050922FRANKFORT – More than 100 businesses in the 19th District were awarded over $4 million in funding from the Back to Business program thanks to State Senator Michael E. Hastings.

Hastings (D-Frankfort) worked tirelessly to advocate and support local businesses in the South Suburbs throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. 

“Our local businesses have fought through extremely difficult times to keep their doors open and support our communities,” Hastings said. “These vital dollars will help provide businesses with financial assistance to help them keep their lights on.”

A total of $4.03 million was awarded to more than 100 businesses in the 19th District. The B2B grants are awarded by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity using funds allocated to them by the American Rescue Plan through last year’s state budget.

DCEO has provided $250 million in B2B grants – thanks to strong support from Hastings – to small businesses throughout the state, with an emphasis on hard hit sectors, such as hotels, restaurants, bars, barbershops and salons, and disproportionately impacted areas.

“Local businesses support our communities in endless ways,” Hastings said. “Let’s show our local businesses we have their back as well. I urge residents to continue to shop, dine and think local.”

With strong leadership from Hastings, the state has seen six Illinois’ General Obligation bond rating upgrades in the last year from all three of the nation’s primary credit rating agencies. The latest two-notch upgrades come as a result of the state paying down its bill backlog from over $16 billion to less than $3 billion in a course of just a few years.

Due to fiscal responsibility, the state saw an increase in funds available to assist small businesses.

Hastings urges businesses across the 19th District to visit the DCEO website for additional resources or contact DCEO’s First Stop Business Information Center Services at 800-252-2923 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Hastings supports new laws to help battle substitute teacher shortage

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Category: Senator Michael E. Hastings News
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 02:37 PM
  • Hastings
  • Teacher Shortage
  • SB 3988
  • SB 3907
  • Substitute Teacher
  • HB 4798

Senator Hastings

 

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois now has new laws on the books to help battle the substitute teacher shortage, thanks to Senator Michael E. Hastings.

Hastings (D-Frankfort) supported measures that were signed into law Wednesday that makes it easier for qualified individuals to serve as substitute teachers.

“Our educators offer guidance and dedicate their lives to our children,” Hastings said. “These new laws help our substitute teachers serve as a lifeline when their usual teacher is absent. Putting an end to this shortage, will not only help our students but help lighten the workload for fellow educators who may have to step in when a substitute teacher cannot be found.”

The following measures were signed into law:

Read more: Hastings supports new laws to help battle substitute teacher shortage

Hastings champions measure to curb organized retail crime

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Category: Senator Michael E. Hastings News
Friday, April 22, 2022 04:00 PM
  • Hastings
  • HB1091
  • Organized Retail Crime

retail theft 042222SPRINGFIELD – Illinois retailers will soon have a law on the books to help curb organized retail crime and hold ringleaders accountable, thanks to State Senator Michael E. Hastings.

Hastings (D-Frankfort), serves as a chief-cosponsor of House Bill 1091, which cracks down on smash and grabs and targets the organizers of retail crime to help promote economic growth and give Illinois businesses the tools to hold perpetrators responsible.

Read more: Hastings champions measure to curb organized retail crime

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