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Bennett recognizes Champaign Downtown Commercial District as part of National Register of Historic Places

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Category: Senator Scott Bennett News
Thursday, January 21, 2021 10:43 AM
  • Bennett

Champaign, IllinoisCHAMPAIGN – The Champaign Downtown Commercial District is one of 12 Illinois sites added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2020, State Senator Scott Bennett (D-Champaign) announced Wednesday.

“This designation is a tremendous recognition of the historic structures that continue to serve as part of the Downtown Commercial District in Champaign,” Bennett said. “I’m thrilled to see our community being recognized with this distinct honor for its history and architecture.”

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Jones announces Robbins vaccination site has opened

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Category: Senator Emil Jones III News
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 03:40 PM
  • Public Health
  • Jones
  • COVID-19 Vaccine
  • Robbins

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CHICAGO – To help get the health of Illinoisans back on track, State Senator Emil Jones, III (D-Chicago) is thrilled to announce a COVID-19 vaccination site has opened in Robbins.

“I encourage everyone who is eligible to get the vaccine,” Jones said. “We have waited nearly a year to get to this point. The sooner people get the vaccine, the sooner we can get back to normal and put this pandemic, and all the hardships it caused, behind us.”

The site opened this week at Robbins Health Center, located at 13450 S. Kedzie Ave., and its hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Read more: Jones announces Robbins vaccination site has opened

Hunter will continue her role as Majority Caucus Chair

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Category: Senator Mattie Hunter News
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 03:36 PM
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Sen. Mattie Hunter

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Mattie Hunter (D-Chicago) retained her leadership position as Majority Caucus Chair of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus.

“I am happy to continue serving as Majority Caucus Chair for the Democratic Caucus,” Hunter said. “I will continue to work with my colleagues to develop policies that better the lives of our constituents across the state.”

Hunter has represented the 3rd District for nearly 20 years and has passed over 200 bills concerning breast cancer, childhood vaccines, youth employment, environmental issues and education.

Read more: Hunter will continue her role as Majority Caucus Chair

Loughran Cappel congratulates local preschool on IDNR grant award

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Category: Senator Meg Loughran Cappel News
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 01:23 PM
  • IDNR
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  • Oswegoland Park District
  • Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant

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PLAINFIELD – The Oswegoland Park District Nature Preschool has received an Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Grant to fund a pollinator garden at the school, State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel (D-Plainfield) announced. 

“Kids learn best through hands-on experience, so this grant opportunity is a great way to give them that opportunity,” said Loughran Cappel, who was a teacher prior to becoming senator. “This project will benefit both the kids who get to learn about Illinois habitats and the wildlife species the garden will attract.”

Read more: Loughran Cappel congratulates local preschool on IDNR grant award

Glowiak Hilton calls on young artists to enter Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum art contest

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Category: Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton News
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 01:17 PM
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  • K-12
  • Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Musuem
  • Art Surrounds Us

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OAKBROOK TERRACE – State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) is encouraging K-12 students to create and submit artwork for the annual art contest sponsored by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Board of Education. This year’s theme is “Art Surrounds Us.”

“Creating artwork allows students to express themselves, be creative and inspire the people around them,” Glowiak Hilton said. “Parents, teachers and friends: Please encourage your young, talented artists to enter. I look forward to seeing the pieces of art submitted to this statewide contest.”

The contest includes four entry levels: grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. A panel of judges selects a winner and three runners-up in each entry level.

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Crowe encourages Metro East students to get creative for Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum art contest

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Category: Senator Rachelle Crowe News
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 01:13 PM
  • ISBE
  • Crowe
  • Metro East
  • K-12
  • Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Musuem
  • Art Surrounds Us

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MARYVILLE – State Senator Rachelle Crowe (D-Glen Carbon) is encouraging K-12 students to create and submit artwork for the annual art contest sponsored by the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Board of Education. This year’s theme is “Art Surrounds Us.”

“Creating art is a great way for students to express themselves,” Crowe said. “The Metro East has many talented artists, and I hope students of all ages choose to participate in this statewide art contest.”

The contest includes four entry levels: grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. A panel of judges selects a winner and three runners-up in each entry level.

Read more: Crowe encourages Metro East students to get creative for Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and...

Belt announces Tiedemann House has been added to the National Register of Historic Places

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Category: Senator Christopher Belt News
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 10:24 AM
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Senator BeltO’FALLON – The Tiedemann House in O’Fallon is one of 12 Illinois sites added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2020, State Senator Christopher Belt (D-Centreville) announced Wednesday.

“I’m pleased to hear the Tiedemann House has been recognized on a national scale for its architectural and historical value,” Belt said. “This beautiful home is a critical piece of the history of Illinois and the Metro East, and it’s an honor to finally see it added to the National Register of Historic Places.”

Read more: Belt announces Tiedemann House has been added to the National Register of Historic Places

The Majority Report 01/19/21 - A new year in Springfield

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Category: Majority Report
Tuesday, January 19, 2021 05:50 PM
  • Lightford
  • Majority Report
  • Sims
  • Criminal Justice Reform
  • Harmon
  • ILBC
  • COVID-19
  • Systemic Racism

Senate President Don Harmon

Newly re-elected Senate President Harmon calls for lawmakers to focus on jobs and justice

SPRINGFIELD — Oak Park Democrat Don Harmon was re-elected President of the Illinois Senate on Wednesday, promising to continue delivering results for the people of Illinois and calling on his colleagues to focus on “jobs and justice” in the year ahead.

“It’s about making sure our people aren’t forgotten by our economy, or caught up in the cogs of the system to be lost forever,” Harmon said during the Senate’s COVID-19 restricted inauguration ceremony at the state Capitol. “Every day in this state, too many people wake up feeling like the deck has been stacked against them.”

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Sen. Elgie R. Sims Jr.

Sims' criminal justice reform passes Illinois General Assembly

SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois General Assembly passed a measure that would impose comprehensive criminal justice reforms on how police are held accountable for the use of force, how courts impose bail and sentence convicts, and what rights all citizens, including detainees and prisoners, have with regard to their interactions with law enforcement officers.

“I am gratified that the Senate has passed this major reform package, and I believe it is the first step to transforming criminal justice in Illinois in a way that will uplift our communities and support our law enforcement professionals,” Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr. said. “This increases accountability and transparency in law enforcement, modernizes our bail and sentencing systems, and provides for greater protections and more humane treatment of those who have been arrested and accused of crime.”

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Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford

Monumental education package to rid Illinois of systemic racism clears the Senate

SPRINGFIELD — Black children across Illinois are a step closer to being ensured a quality education under a plan led by Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford (D-Maywood) that passed both Houses and is on its way to the governor. The legislation is part of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus’ plan to rid Illinois of systemic racism.

The measure addresses education and workforce development from early childhood to adulthood. To help ensure school readiness, it strengthens early intervention services and sets a kindergarten readiness assessment in statute. Early intervention services, which help support the development of children with delays and disabilities, will now be available until the beginning of the school year after the child turns 3.

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Saying farewell to several of our colleagues

Saying farewell to Senate colleagues

With the start of the 102nd General Assembly, we are saying farewell to several of our colleagues who are moving on to new opportunities. We will miss their contributions, commitment and camaraderie, but wish them nothing but more success in the future. Read more about their contributions to our caucus and their next steps here.

 

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Senator Sara Feigenholtz, Chicago: Illinois legislators OK measure allowing services like Grubhub to deliver alcohol | Chicago Tribune

Senator Rob Martwick, Chicago: Illinois Senate passes law extending workers' comp protection measures for first responders and essential workers | WAND

Senator Laura Murphy, Des Plaines: Murphy spearheads COVID-19 relief extension package | Daily Herald

 


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