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Stadelman: More than $4.5 million coming to Rockford area

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Category: Senator Steve Stadelman News
Thursday, March 11, 2021 04:10 PM
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road const 031121ROCKFORD – State Senator Steve Stadelman (D-Rockford) is announcing that Winnebago County will receive over $4.5 million in funding for local transportation projects through the Rebuild Illinois statewide construction program.

“This funding demonstrates the state’s continued commitment to local roads and bridges in the Rockford area,” Stadelman said. “When Rockford’s infrastructure improves, so does our local economy.”

Rebuild Illinois has allocated $1.5 billion in funding specifically for municipal- and county-level projects. Infrastructure investments improve safety, quality of life and the economy, which contributes to the revitalization of communities across the state.

Read more: Stadelman: More than $4.5 million coming to Rockford area

Feigenholtz’s hospitality relief plan passes Senate

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Category: Senator Sara Feigenholtz News
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 04:29 PM
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  • Tourism and Hospitality
  • SB104

feigenholtz 031021SPRINGFIELD – In an effort to help provide immediate relief to bars and restaurants that are struggling in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, State Senator Sara Feigenholtz (D-Chicago) moved a measure through the Senate Wednesday to bolster the hospitality industry.

“The hospitality industry is struggling, and this plan brings them relief,” Feigenholtz said. “We have to pull every lever we can to keep doors open and cash flowing for our independent restaurants and bars. The industry can’t wait.”

The legislation is known as the Hospitality Recovery Act, and it makes several changes intended to help give a boost to struggling businesses in the restaurant and hospitality industry. It extends the sunset on cocktails-to-go until 2024 and allows single servings of wine to be available for delivery. It also creates several new provisions, such as flexible sales tax payments and allowing retailers to purchase inventory with credit cards.

“The restaurant and bar industry employs nearly 590,000 people in Illinois. Over 120,000 of those jobs have been lost since the beginning of the pandemic,” Feigenholtz said. “Jobs have to come back to this industry, which is comprised of 63% minority workers who are struggling with feeding their families and paying their bills.”

Senate Bill 104, which comes as a follow-up to a similar Feigenholtz-sponsored measure from the previous General Assembly, received unanimous support as it passed the Senate. It will now head to the House of Representatives.

President Harmon applauds state and local aid in federal COVID relief package

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Category: Senator Don Harmon News
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 03:43 PM
  • Harmon
  • Federal COVID Relief Package
  • State and Local Governments

harmon 031021SPRINGFIELD – Senate President Don Harmon (D-Oak Park) issued the following statement after Congress passed a $1.9 trillion federal COVID relief package: 

“I am glad to see the Biden administration recognize the need states and local governments have for relief in the face of this unprecedented crisis.

“The funds Illinois is receiving will help us distribute vaccines, support local health departments, safely reopen schools and provide direct relief to the hardest hit families.

Read more: President Harmon applauds state and local aid in federal COVID relief package

Cullerton introduces measure to waive IDFPR fees for military personnel

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Category: Senator Tom Cullerton News
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 02:58 PM
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  • Military and Spouses
  • SB59

cullerton 031021SPRINGFIELD – To assist military personnel and their spouses, Sen. Tom Cullerton (D-Villa Park) is spearheading a measure to waive application and examination fees for professional and occupational licenses through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.

“Members of our military and their families give up so much to serve our country,” said Cullerton, who serves as the chair of the Senate Veterans Affairs committee. “By waiving the fees for applications and exams for professional licenses, we hope to support them in advancing their careers outside of the military.”

 

Read more: Cullerton introduces measure to waive IDFPR fees for military personnel

Bush: The window is narrow for women who have young children to run – and it’s time to change that

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Category: Senator Melinda Bush News
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 02:09 PM
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  • Campaign Finance
  • Child Care

bush 031921Bush measure would allow campaign funds to be used for child care

SPRINGFIELD – Running for elected office calls for a lot of long days, late nights and busy weekends. It can be discouraging for people with children – especially single parents – to chase their desire to serve their communities.

To enable more women – and all parents – to seek public office, State Senator Melinda Bush (D-Grayslake) is leading a movement to allow campaign finances to pay for child care.

Read more: Bush: The window is narrow for women who have young children to run – and it’s time to change that

Peters resolution would commemorate site of MLK Speech

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Category: Senator Robert Peters News
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 01:54 PM
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peters armory 031021SPRINGFIELD – On Oct. 7, 1965, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., delivered a speech to the Illinois AFL-CIO at the Illinois State Armory. A resolution sponsored by State Senator Robert Peters (D-Chicago) would place a bronze plaque at this site, commemorating this historic event.

“Dr. King is one of history’s greatest Americans, who worked untold wonders for Black folks in this country,” Peters said. “While he is rightfully most known for his advocacy for civil rights, he also advocated for labor rights, and 55 years ago, in the shadow of the Illinois Capitol, he gave a speech outlining how intertwined the two are. We should commemorate this historic occasion and honor one of the most important figures in the fight for civil and labor rights.”

Read more: Peters resolution would commemorate site of MLK Speech

Ellman congratulates DuPage schools on biodiversity grants

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Category: Senator Laura Ellman News
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 01:27 PM
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  • IDNR
  • Biodiversity Grant Program

Ellman grant 031021NAPERVILLE – Each year, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources selects schools across the state to receive grants for field trips. This year, State Senator Laura Ellman (D-Naperville) is congratulating classes at Benjamin Middle School in West Chicago and Evergreen Elementary School in Carol Stream on being selected as winners.

“This grant program will provide these students with the chance to learn about nature outside of the classroom,” Ellman said. “I’m thrilled that not one, but two classes in the 21st District were chosen for the program.”

The program allows schools to take students to state parks, museums, and other natural resource locations to gain hands-on experience with nature and conservation in Illinois.

Benjamin Middle School’s 6th grade class will take a trip to Lorado Taft Field Campus, and Evergreen Elementary’s 4th grade class will head to The Morton Arboretum. At both locations, students have the opportunity to see first-hand some of what they are learning about in the classroom and expand their knowledge of Illinois and its natural resources.

More information about the Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip Grant Program is available from the IDNR Division of Education at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 217-524-4126. The 2022 application form will be available here.

Johnson congratulates Waukegan High School on receiving field trip grant

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Category: Senator Adriane Johnson News
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 11:21 AM
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Senator JohnsonBUFFALO GROVE – Waukegan High School has received a grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to fund a field trip to a natural resources site in Illinois for a lesson on nature and conservation, State Senator Adriane Johnson (D-Buffalo Grove) announced.

“Looking back on my own days as a student, some of the most lasting lessons were ones I learned outside the classroom,” Johnson said. “This grant will allow children to learn more about the world around them while exploring the natural wonders our state has to offer.”

Read more: Johnson congratulates Waukegan High School on receiving field trip grant

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