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Morrison strengthens due process for FOID card holders

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Category: Senator Julie A. Morrison News
Wednesday, June 04, 2025 09:58 AM
  • FOID
  • HB0850
  • FOID Card Review Board

Senator MorrisonSPRINGFIELD — In an effort to strengthen public safety while improving the state’s appeals process for FOID card decisions, State Senator Julie Morrison advanced legislation that would create a more transparent and efficient pathway for individuals whose FOID cards are revoked or denied.

House Bill 850 would establish an expedited review process for individuals who believe they have been wrongly deemed a “clear and present danger,” allowing them to more quickly resolve their case through the existing Firearm Owner’s Identification Card Review Board.

Read more: Morrison strengthens due process for FOID card holders

Senate approves Morrison plan to remove dangerous chemicals from household products

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Category: Senator Julie A. Morrison News
Thursday, May 29, 2025 05:54 PM
  • Morrison
  • PFAS
  • Toxic Chemicals
  • HB 2516
  • household products

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SPRINGFIELD
— To protect Illinois residents from the long-term health risks posed by PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” State Senator Julie Morrison advanced legislation that would eliminate their use within common household products sold in the state.

“People shouldn’t have to worry about being repeatedly exposed to toxic chemicals from products they use every day,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “This legislation is the product of extensive negotiations with state agencies and stakeholders to take a proactive response to a growing crisis.”

PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a type of synthetic chemicals designed for oil- and water-resistant purposes. Once released into the environment or absorbed by our body, PFAS do not break down easily and can accumulate over time. Studies have linked PFAS exposure to serious health issues including cancer, hormone disruption, immune system damage and developmental problems in children.

Read more: Senate approves Morrison plan to remove dangerous chemicals from household products

Morrison works to remove dangerous ‘forever chemicals’ from household products

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Category: Senator Julie A. Morrison News
Thursday, May 22, 2025 01:12 PM
  • Children
  • Pollution
  • PFAS
  • HB2516
  • Polyfluoradlkyl Substances
  • Toxic

Senator MorrisonSPRINGFIELD — In response to growing research about the long-term health risks posed by PFAS — commonly known as “forever chemicals” — State Senator Julie Morrison is working to eliminate their use within everyday products sold in Illinois.

To reduce Illinoisans’ exposure to these chemicals, House Bill 2516 would ban intentionally added PFAS from seven categories of products sold and distributed in the state, including cookware, cosmetics, dental floss, children’s items, menstrual products, intimate apparel and food packaging. Morrison’s bill prioritizes products where PFAS exposure is likely to be frequent or prolonged, especially for vulnerable populations like children, and sets a 2032 implementation date to give manufacturers time to phase out their use.

Read more: Morrison works to remove dangerous ‘forever chemicals’ from household products

Morrison bill expands state police’s authority to investigate online crimes against children

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Category: Senator Julie A. Morrison News
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 04:23 PM
  • Morrison
  • Youth
  • HB 2586
  • Internet Crimes
  • ISP

Morrison HB2586SPRINGFIELD — Today, children have internet access at every turn — from tablets to phones and other smart devices — putting them at greater risk of exploitation. To help protect children from this growing threat, State Senator Julie Morrison is working with the Illinois State Police to expand their authority to investigate and put an end to these internet crimes.

“Online predators don’t limit themselves based on county lines, so neither should our police investigations,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “This legislation removes barriers to allow state police to act quickly and effectively when children are targeted online.”

House Bill 2586 would give ISP’s Division of Criminal Investigation broader jurisdiction to pursue online child exploitation cases and work alongside local task forces across the state. The legislation aims to improve response times, close jurisdictional gaps and strengthen coordination between agencies working to protect children from digital threats. These changes would bring Illinois in line with Alicia’s Law, a national initiative that empowers specialized law enforcement units to track and prosecute predators who target children online.

Read more: Morrison bill expands state police’s authority to investigate online crimes against children

Morrison commends Illinois’ commitment to privacy of autism-related data

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Category: Senator Julie A. Morrison News
Friday, May 09, 2025 11:51 AM
  • Protecting Private Health Data
  • Individuals with Autism

morrison 050925SPRINGFIELD — In response to the federal administration’s plan to collect private medical information, Governor JB Pritzker issued an executive order to restrict autism-related data collection and sharing.

State Senator Julie Morrison (D-Lake Forest), who has served as co-chair of the bipartisan and bicameral Disability and Accessibly Caucus, commended the state’s response, releasing the following statement:

“The federal administration has depicted individuals with autism as those who do not lead fulfilling lives or contribute to their communities, and that can’t be further from the truth. Tracking individuals with autism — what Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy has declared ‘a tragedy’ and ‘an epidemic’ — will reduce them to a data point without clarity on how this information will be used.

Read more: Morrison commends Illinois’ commitment to privacy of autism-related data

Senate approves Morrison bill to crack down on deadly street drug

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Category: Senator Julie A. Morrison News
Thursday, May 01, 2025 09:35 AM
  • Morrison
  • Xylazine
  • SB 1773
  • Synthetic drugs

Morrison SB1773SPRINGFIELD — In an effort to curb the growing threat of synthetic drugs, State Senator Julie Morrison passed legislation in the Senate to regulate the use of xylazine — a powerful animal tranquilizer often mixed with fentanyl and tied to overdose deaths.

“We’re seeing xylazine turning already dangerous drugs into something even more lethal,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “By classifying the drug as a controlled substance, we’re giving law enforcement a path to respond to this escalating crisis without disrupting approved usage by veterinary professionals.”

Senate Bill 1773 would update the state’s controlled substance classifications to better address emerging drug trends, such as the mixing of fentanyl and xylazine. The bill, an initiative of the Illinois State Police, aims to provide law enforcement with more effective tools to combat the evolving challenges posed by illicit drug use. It would categorize xylazine as a Schedule III controlled substance and clear up legal definitions to align Illinois law with federal standards, preventing loopholes that could put people at risk.

Read more: Senate approves Morrison bill to crack down on deadly street drug

Morrison prioritizes student safety with school bus seat belt legislation

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Category: Senator Julie A. Morrison News
Wednesday, April 30, 2025 01:53 PM
  • Morrison
  • SB 191
  • School bus seat belts

Morrison SB191SPRINGFIELD — In response to traffic accidents that have endangered the lives of students, staff and drivers, State Senator Julie Morrison is leading legislation to require seat belts in newly purchased school buses.

“We teach children at a young age the importance of buckling their seat belt when getting into a car,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “With many students riding a school bus several times a week, a seat belt is one more layer of protection.”

Under Senate Bill 191, all school buses purchased or leased after July 1, 2031 would be required to have seat belts on all seats. Current law requires drivers and passengers ages 8 and older to wear seat belts in passenger vehicles, but there is no law requiring safety belts on buses. If the measure passes, Illinois would join nine other states requiring seat belts on buses.

Read more: Morrison prioritizes student safety with school bus seat belt legislation

Morrison applauds $23 million investment in Vantive’s new Deerfield headquarters

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Category: Senator Julie A. Morrison News
Friday, April 25, 2025 03:31 PM
  • Morrison
  • DCEO
  • Slideshow
  • Vantive
  • EDGE Program

Kidney Care

DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison applauded Friday’s announcement that Vantive, a kidney care company, will invest $23 million and locate its new U.S. headquarters in Deerfield, bringing 50 new jobs to the area.

“This investment is a massive win for Illinois,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “Not only will this bring good jobs to the region, but it will also support Illinois' continued advancement in the health care industry, ensuring we are able to compete with the best in the business.”

Vantive is the latest recipient of a tax credit through the Senate Democrat-supported Illinois Economic Development for a Growing Economy program. The EDGE program provides annual corporate tax incentives to qualifying businesses that support job creation and capital investment — committing more than $650 million in investments across the state in 2024.

Read more: Morrison applauds $23 million investment in Vantive’s new Deerfield headquarters

More Articles …

  1. Morrison advocates for improved support for sexual assault survivors
  2. Morrison’s plan to strengthen state’s response to human trafficking clears Senate
  3. Morrison advances bill to strengthen state’s approach to public health
  4. Morrison’s bill expanding veteran food benefits passes Senate
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