Hastings champions measure to alleviate highway traffic noise
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SPRINGFIELD – Illinois residents are one step closer toward receiving relief from noisy highway traffic, thanks to State Senator Michael E. Hastings.
“Illinois is the heart and soul of the nation’s interstate highway system,” said Hastings (D-Frankfort). “Our roads, bridges and highways further our state’s mission to serve as an economic hub. However, at times this comes with noisy consequences for our neighbors who live near highways.”
The Hastings-led initiative will require the Illinois Department of Transportation to implement an expansion in their noise suppression program to give those who live near existing highways some relief.”
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Ellman passes legislation for Women in Technology Task Force
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SPRINGFIELD - To assist in recruiting and retention of women in technology positions, State Senator Laura Ellman passed legislation through the Senate to create the Women in Technology Task Force.
“I am extremely proud of the women in my district who worked so hard to get this legislation drafted,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “They are passionate about how important parity is in technology, and the risks of when only one group of individuals implements technology that impacts every aspect of modern life.”
The measure would create the Women in Technology Task Force. It would study the recruitment and retention of women in technology positions, as well as their corresponding management chain. The task force would also seek to increase the representation of women in jobs that are based around technology.
Senate Bill 2682 passed the Senate Friday and now heads to the House for further consideration.
Sims passes measure to bring diabetes education to schools
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SPRINGFIELD – Parents would have better understanding of the signs and symptoms of Type 1 diabetes in their children under a measure State Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr. passed through the Senate.
“Providing education on Type 1 diabetes isn’t just a tool – it is a lifeline that can give children guidance toward better self-care and resilience,” said Sims (D-Chicago). “Schools have an opportunity to make a difference both in students’ education and their health.”
Students and their families would be more educated on symptoms, intervention and treatment of Type 1 diabetes under a proposal led by Sims. Senate Bill 3473 would require the Illinois State Board of Education and Department of Public Health to put together informational resources on the disease and display it on ISBE’s website. Public and charter schools would also hand out the information to parents or guardians when enrolling their child.
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Stadelman highway construction safety legislation passes the Senate
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Steve Stadelman’s legislation to ensure driver’s education courses include instruction on worker safety in highway construction zones has passed the Senate.
“This measure signifies our priority of protecting the safety of both drivers and workers in highway construction zones,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “We are underscoring our commitment to fostering a culture of safety on Illinois roadways.”
The legislation would require driver’s education courses to include instruction on workers’ safety protocols in highway construction zones, aiming to reduce accidents and protect the lives of both drivers and construction workers.
Read more: Stadelman highway construction safety legislation passes the Senate
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