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Sims: FY 26 budget is a reflection of our priorities and the uncertainty we face

Sims: FY 26 budget is a reflection of our priorities and the uncertainty we face

Senate Democrats outline plan to tackle teacher shortage

Senate Democrats outline plan to tackle teacher shortage

Belt moves to ban bait-and-switch gym membership sales tactic

Belt moves to ban bait-and-switch gym membership sales tactic

Senate Democrats welcome Illinois students for annual Tech Day

Senate Democrats welcome Illinois students for annual Tech Day

Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus condemns DHS Secretary’s Springfield visit

Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus condemns DHS Secretary’s Springfield visit

Ellman measure to expand access to free fentanyl test strips clears the Senate

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024 06:40 PM

040924CM0580SPRINGFIELD – A measure led by State Senator Laura Ellman to mitigate the opioid crisis by providing free fentanyl test strips advanced out of the Senate Wednesday.

“The opioid crisis in Illinois continues to be a source of concern for families, and the state is taking an important step to keeping our residents safe from fentanyl-laced substances,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “This life-saving resource should be accessible to everyone.”

Currently, non-medical persons are authorized to administer naloxone to someone experiencing an opioid overdose under the Drug Overdose Prevention Program established by the Illinois Department of Human Services. Previous legislation permits pharmacists and retailers to sell fentanyl test strips over-the-counter and county health departments are able to distribute test strips to the public for no fee. Additionally, pharmacists, physicians, advanced practice registered nurses, physician assistants or their designee may distribute drug adulterant testing supplies to any person.

Read more: Ellman measure to expand access to free fentanyl test strips clears the Senate

Martwick measure to protect police officers advances

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024 06:39 PM

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SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Robert Martwick has advanced a measure that would prohibit municipalities from discharging police officers due to a line-of-duty injury.

“With this measure, we are giving our dedicated police officers the same protections that we offer to our firefighters,” said Martwick (D-Chicago). “First responders should never be at risk of losing their job because of a work-related disability.”

Martwick’s measure would ensure police officers could not be discharged from their duties based on their application for disability-related pension benefits. Once a chief of police receives notice that an officer is able to return to work, it would also require the officer to be reinstated to the same rank or grade they held prior to being placed on leave.

Read more: Martwick measure to protect police officers advances

Peters advances measure to update outdated child labor laws

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024 06:37 PM

peters 041024SPRINGFIELD — In an effort to safeguard the rights of young people, State Senator Robert Peters advanced a measure out of the Senate to update regulations on child labor to shield young individuals from exploitation.

“This measure shows we're committed to keeping young people in the workforce safe,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “Protecting youth in work environments gives them the opportunity to learn and grow while contributing positively to the economy without fear of harm.”

 

Read more: Peters advances measure to update outdated child labor laws

Stadelman to protect residents from adverse medical debt reporting

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024 05:54 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – Burdensome medical debt can quickly snowball, making it difficult for people to keep up with the cost and, in turn, affecting their credit scores. During a press conference Wednesday, State Senator Steve Stadelman outlined his measure aimed at prohibiting consumer reporting agencies from including adverse information related to medical debt in credit reports.

“Medical debt should not be a barrier to financial stability or access to credit opportunities,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “This bill seeks to ensure that individuals are not unfairly penalized for seeking necessary medical care or experiencing financial hardship due to health care expenses.”

Senate Bill 2933 would prohibit a consumer reporting agency from making a credit report containing any adverse information about the consumer related to medical debt.

Read more: Stadelman to protect residents from adverse medical debt reporting

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  4. Johnson advances measure to highlight the diversity and inclusion of non-profits
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