Villivalam hosts fifth subject matter hearing on how transit mitigates climate impact

CHICAGO — Senate Transportation Chair Ram Villivalam held a subject matter hearing Thursday to discuss how public transit mitigates climate impact.

“As public transit continues to positively impact our climate, it is imperative that we have discussions about what we can do to continue making progress,” said Villivalam (D-Chicago). “Today’s hearing included discussions about what is being done proactively to ensure that public transit helps mitigate the current climate impact, the importance of public transit to Lake County and North Cook County residents, and what can be done going forward.”

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Illinois Equal Justice Foundation honors Sims with “Good Government Award”

CHICAGO — State Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr. received the Good Government Award from the Illinois Equal Justice Foundation for his advocacy to fund legal aid programs — helping more than 2.3 million Illinois residents seek justice.

“Our government’s primary responsibility is to protect the rights of all people and I am proud to advocate for greater state funding for civil legal aid and the IEJF to live up to this basic responsibility,” said Sims (D-Chicago). “Through its grant making, IEJF champions the legal needs of our most underserved communities to ensure everyone is protected by our civil justice system.”

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September is National Preparedness Month

As we observe National Preparedness Month, it’s important for residents to prioritize their safety and readiness for emergencies. This month serves as a reminder to prepare for potential disasters and emergencies, ensuring individuals and families can effectively respond when unforeseen events occur. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency offers comprehensive resources and guidance through its website, ready.illinois.gov, to help residents prepare for various emergencies.

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