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Faraci: $4 million state grant will prepare former Quaker Oats site for industrial development
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DANVILLE – State Senator Paul Faraci announced a $4 million Regional Site Readiness Program grant to support infrastructure improvements at the former Quaker Oats facility in Danville, helping prepare the property for future industrial development and job creation.
"Illinois' Regional Site Readiness Program is exactly the type of program that will assist Danville in getting back to its roots of a thriving industrial community," said Faraci (D-Champaign). "With support from the state, Danville will make the former Quaker Oats facility ready for industrial development, which will create jobs and opportunities for Illinois families."
Senate Democrats bring forth $156 million in affordable housing funding
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CHICAGO — Members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus supported a $156 million investment to create affordable housing options throughout the state.
“Every Illinoisan deserves access to safe, stable housing that fits their budget,” said State Senator Robert Martwick (D-Chicago). “By helping more affordable housing developments move forward, we create construction jobs, support local economies and give more residents a path towards homeownership, strengthening our communities while addressing the growing need for attainable housing across the state.”
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Sims, Villanueva highlight $11.4 million in back-to-school tax savings for Illinois families
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CHICAGO – Illinois families saved an estimated $11.4 million during the 2026 back-to-school sales tax holiday, exceeding initial projections and helping parents afford clothing, footwear and school supplies for the new academic year.
“As the nation faces a worsening affordability crisis, Americans are paying more for less, said Majority Appropriations Leader Elgie R. Sims Jr. (D-Chicago). “That’s why Illinois Democrats stepped up with a back-to-school tax holiday that saved families more than $11 million this school year. Every bit of relief helps make life easier for the people we represent, and we’ll keep fighting for them and their pocketbooks.”
Belt: Groundbreaking of new Illinois State Police headquarters represents more than a new building
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EAST ST. LOUIS – State Senator Christopher Belt celebrated the groundbreaking of the new, state-of-the art Illinois State Police Metro East Regional Headquarters. The new headquarters will be located at 2501 Lynch Ave. in East St. Louis and will stand as a regional hub for public safety, law enforcement coordination and specialized technical support.
“The groundbreaking of this new Illinois State Police headquarters represents more than a new building,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “It represents a significant investment in the future of East St. Louis and the safety of our entire Metro East community.”
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Porfirio resolution honors U.S. Marine Corps
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