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Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus condemns DHS Secretary’s Springfield visit

Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus condemns DHS Secretary’s Springfield visit

Senate Democrats honor fallen police officers at Springfield ceremony

Senate Democrats honor fallen police officers at Springfield ceremony

Illinois Senate Democrats commemorate local parks

Illinois Senate Democrats commemorate local parks

Morrison applauds $23 million investment in Vantive’s new Deerfield headquarters

Morrison applauds $23 million investment in Vantive’s new Deerfield headquarters

Fine outlines plan to test baby food for toxic heavy metals

Fine outlines plan to test baby food for toxic heavy metals

Simmons Led Mental Health Curriculum Becomes Law

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Wednesday, June 01, 2022 03:19 PM

SIMMONS SB 4028CHICAGO- Youth in Illinois will now begin to receive specialized education on mental health resources after a measure championed by State Senator Mike Simmons (D-Chicago) becomes law.

“This measure addresses a critical gap in the support systems that we need to offer our youth to be able to remain emotionally well,” Simmons said. “Our youth have been so resilient during these past few years, but many of the broader issues amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic have put a severe strain on the mental health of our young people. It’s imperative that we prioritize the mental health and well-being of our young people and center the experiences they are voicing and actually living through.”

Read more: Simmons Led Mental Health Curriculum Becomes Law

Loughran Cappel measure addressing water disruptions passes Senate

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Wednesday, June 01, 2022 02:41 PM

water 060122SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel championed a new law requiring public water supply operators to notify all health care facilities served by the public water supply of a water disruption event.

“The loss of clean water can create a dangerous environment for patients at hospitals and other health care facilities,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Since Legionnaire’s disease can thrive in water pipes, it’s vital that we take preventative measures so the illness isn’t contracted and spread in the case of a water disruption event.”

Read more: Loughran Cappel measure addressing water disruptions passes Senate

Senator Fine’s plan to assist students with debt signed into law

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Wednesday, June 01, 2022 02:38 PM

032922HAO01398SPRINGFIELD – Universities will no longer be able to withhold transcripts from students who have not yet paid off their tuition balance, thanks to a new law led by State Senator Laura Fine (D-Glenview).

“As a former professor, I have witnessed firsthand the immense sacrifices, including taking on debt, students undertake to earn their degree and pursue a fulfilling career,” Fine said. “The practice of withholding transcripts can make it harder for students to find the necessary employment to pay off their debts. This law will ensure students have access to the documents they have earned through hard work, regardless of outstanding debt.”

Read more: Senator Fine’s plan to assist students with debt signed into law

Senator Turner leads effort to make sure America’s 250th celebration is great

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Wednesday, June 01, 2022 02:34 PM

032322cm0678SPRINGFIELD – With America’s 250th birthday approaching in a few years, State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield) says it’s time to get the party planning started.

“This is a tremendous occasion. Our great country has a deep and beautiful history to highlight,” Turner said. “I am honored to play a role in this historic event.”

Turner, a Democrat from Springfield, was the chief Senate sponsor of a newly signed law that officially creates the Illinois party planning committee to work on how to best celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on and around July 4, 2026. That law, first filed in House Bill 5015, was signed last Friday by the governor.

Read more: Senator Turner leads effort to make sure America’s 250th celebration is great

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  4. New Joyce supported law encourages the purchase of Illinois-made vehicles
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