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New Hunter law prevents utility shutoffs in extreme heat
New Hunter law prevents utility shutoffs in extreme heat
Glowiak Hilton protects consumers from pesky auto-renewal fees
Glowiak Hilton protects consumers from pesky auto-renewal fees
Senate Democrats applaud signing of responsible, balanced budget
Senate Democrats applaud signing of responsible, balanced budget
Senate Democrats pass responsible spending plan
Senate Democrats pass responsible spending plan
Edly-Allen, Morrison champion measures to combat online harassment
Edly-Allen, Morrison champion measures to combat online harassment

Hunter ready to reform Illinois’ health care system

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Monday, November 09, 2020 04:49 PM

hunter 02272020CM0351CHICAGO – Following the Senate Public Health and Health and Human Services final hearing on the Legislative Black Caucus’ four pillar agenda, State Senator Mattie Hunter (D-Chicago) says she is ready to continue reforming the state’s health care system.

“Our health care system is deeply flawed, but over the last few weeks, we’ve heard many recommendations on where to start reforming it,” Hunter said. “We must all be more informed about health literacy and examine the social determinants of health so that everyone has equal access to nourishment and well-being.”

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Bennett celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

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Monday, November 09, 2020 02:37 PM

pexels andrea piacquadio 3846262DANVILLE – In recognition of the sixth annual National Apprenticeship Week, State Senator Scott Bennett (D-Champaign) joins the Illinois Department of Labor and U.S. Department of Labor in celebrating and promoting the value of apprenticeships.

National Apprenticeship Week is a nationwide celebration from Nov. 8-14 that gives businesses, communities and educators the opportunity to highlight their apprenticeship programs and apprentices, as well as demonstrate the value apprenticeship programs offer businesses, career seekers and their communities.

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Peters moves to end cash bail

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Monday, November 09, 2020 11:17 AM

peters 022620SPRINGFIELD – In the wake of months-long nationwide protests against police brutality and misconduct, State Senator Robert Peters (D-Chicago) took the first step toward reforming the criminal justice system last week by filing the Pretrial Fairness Act, which would end cash bail in Illinois.

“For many people, the definition of ‘criminal justice’ ends at the point of arrest, but it’s important to realize the true size of the entire system,” Peters said. “The reality is that the criminal justice system is large, wide reaching, and full of systemic injustice from top to bottom. The hope is that the Pretrial Fairness Act will be the first in a long series of reforms to reshape the system that has destroyed so many families.”

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Belt: Accessing healthy food is still a challenge for many families

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Friday, November 06, 2020 05:19 PM

black farming 110620EAST ST. LOUIS – In order to remove the growing concerns of procedural fairness in all industries for people of color, State Senator Christopher Belt (D-Centreville) says equity in food access, agriculture, cannabis and technology needs to further addressed. 

“Accessing healthy food is still a challenge for many families, particularly those living in low-income neighborhoods, communities of color and rural areas,” Belt said. “Food insecurity has heavily increased during the COVID-19 pandemic and the issue needs to be further addressed.” 

On Friday, the Senate Executive, Commerce and Economic Development, and Agriculture Committees held a joint hearing on equity in food access, agriculture, cannabis and technology. The discussion focused on increasing access to healthier foods in food deserts, threats to agricultural lands, equity in rural, suburban and urban farming, and equity in the cannabis industry.

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  1. Hunter calls for diversity in health care professional workforce
  2. Eighth criminal justice reform hearing called by Black Caucus focuses on qualified immunity
  3. How to prepare young people for the workforce
  4. Koehler announces $1,425,000 in Business Interruption Grant funding for 28 local businesses

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New Hunter law prevents utility shutoffs in extreme heat
New Hunter law prevents utility shutoffs in extreme heat
SPRINGFIELD — Residents struggling to pay their gas or electric bills will not face life-threatening utility shutoffs on hot days thanks to an initiative sponsored by State Senator Mattie Hunter...

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Glowiak Hilton protects consumers from pesky auto-renewal fees
Glowiak Hilton protects consumers from pesky auto-renewal fees
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois residents will now be given clear notice on contracts that automatically renew, thanks to a law sponsored by State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton. “Automatic renewal contracts can be...

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Morrison works with Illinois State Police to modernize agency
Morrison works with Illinois State Police to modernize agency
SPRINGFIELD – With bipartisan support and in tandem with the Illinois State Police, State Senator Julie Morrison led a measure to modernize the department, ultimately leading to ISP having greater...

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Senate Democrats applaud signing of responsible, balanced budget
Senate Democrats applaud signing of responsible, balanced budget
SPRINGFIELD – Thanks to steadfast, responsible leadership from members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus, the governor signed the state’s fifth balanced budget in a row into law Wednesday. “Passing this...

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The Majority Report 06/05/23 - Your end of session recap
The Majority Report 06/05/23 - Your end of session recap
Holmes, Morrison advocate for drone use by law enforcement for public safety SPRINGFIELD – State Senators Linda Holmes and Julie Morrison worked together to pass a measure to enhance public safety...

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Morrison, Holmes advocate for drone use by law enforcement for public safety
Morrison, Holmes advocate for drone use by law enforcement for public safety
SPRINGFIELD – State Senators Linda Holmes and Julie Morrison worked together to pass a measure to enhance public safety through the use of drones following two separate mass shooting tragedies...

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