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Members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus welcome investments in reproductive health care
Members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus welcome investments in reproductive health care
Senate Democrats: Grant applications available for $15 million to boost Illinois’ tourism industry
Senate Democrats: Grant applications available for $15 million to boost Illinois’ tourism industry
Senate Democrats highlight upcoming 10-day back-to-school shopping tax holiday
Senate Democrats highlight upcoming 10-day back-to-school shopping tax holiday
Senate Democrats announce $12 million in Rebuild Illinois funds for affordable housing preservation
Senate Democrats announce $12 million in Rebuild Illinois funds for affordable housing preservation
Senator Kris Tharp: I’m eager to serve
Senator Kris Tharp: I’m eager to serve

Castro champions measure to stop the puppy mill to pet shop pipeline

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Published: Thursday, June 03, 2021 12:58 PM

castro pups 060321SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Cristina Castro (D- Elgin) passed a measure to put an end to the demand for pets from inhumane breeding operations by requiring pet stores to source their animals from rescue shelters.

“We’ve seen too many families purchase pets from a pet shop, only to take them home and find out they have a myriad of health issues,” Castro said. “Too often, pet shops source their animals from intensive breeding facilities that treat animals like objects instead of the living, breathing creatures they are.”

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Chicago lawmakers celebrate passage of elected school board legislation

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Published: Tuesday, June 01, 2021 07:49 PM

Senator Martwick

 

SPRINGFIELD – A group of Chicago-based state Senators, led by State Senator Robert Martwick (Senate District 10), is celebrating the Senate passage of a proposal to enact an elected school board for Chicago Public Schools. Martwick issued the following statement:

“Today’s win in the culmination of a decade-long fight that is an important step toward giving our communities a say in how the schools their children attend are run. We’re delivering accountability to the school board and ensuring that the people who will be making the decisions about how CPS is run and will always act in the best interests of CPS students and families.”

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Ellman passes resolution designating January 17 as “Muhammad Ali Day” in Illinois

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Published: Tuesday, June 01, 2021 04:44 PM

ellman ali 060121SPRINGFIELD – A resolution sponsored by State Senator Laura Ellman (D-Naperville) which establishes January 17, 2022 as Muhammad Ali Day in the state of Illinois passed the Senate on Monday.

“State commemorative holidays are an opportunity to recognize people who provided an example of what it means to be the best we can be,” Ellman said. “Muhammad Ali deserves this recognition for his achievements, hard-working and courageous, both in and out of the ring.”

 

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Turner moves to honor WWII’s last surviving Medal of Honor recipient

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Published: Tuesday, June 01, 2021 04:27 PM

turner medal 060121SPRINGFIELD – The last veteran to earn the Medal of Honor during World War II should be afforded a state funeral and the option to lie in state in the rotunda of the United States Capitol, State Senator Doris Turner said, and successfully passed a resolution through the Illinois Senate Tuesday to urge President Joseph Biden and Congress to make it so.

“I come from a long line of military veterans,” said Turner. “My father and many of my uncles served in World War II, and were among those we have recognized as the Greatest Generation. It’s such an honor to carry this resolution and I am pleased at its adoption.”

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  1. Stadelman passes resolution to support mental health education in schools
  2. Peters: Budget promotes equity and stability
  3. Gillespie’s plan to expand Medicaid heads to governor
  4. Castro: Ethics bill’s ‘No Exit’ provision is common sense

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Members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus welcome investments in reproductive health care
Members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus welcome investments in reproductive health care
SPRINGFIELD – As states across the country roll back protections on reproductive rights, member of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus continue to support investments in the health system to support...

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The Majority Report 08/01/22 - A boost for Illinois tourism
The Majority Report 08/01/22 - A boost for Illinois tourism
Grant applications available to boost Illinois' tourism industry SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced $15 million in funding to support the tourism sector across the state,...

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Feigenholtz: $15 million in additional funding is game changing for festivals and local tourism
Feigenholtz: $15 million in additional funding is game changing for festivals and local tourism
CHICAGO – In an effort to provide additional support to the tourism sector across Illinois, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced $15 million in funding through the...

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Senate Democrats: Grant applications available for $15 million to boost Illinois’ tourism industry
Senate Democrats: Grant applications available for $15 million to boost Illinois’ tourism industry
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced $15 million in funding to support the tourism sector across the state, and members of the Senate Democratic Caucus...

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The Majority Report 07/25/22 - Prioritizing safety
The Majority Report 07/25/22 - Prioritizing safety
Aquino leads measure to ban assault weapons in Illinois CHICAGO – Alongside Uvalde, Buffalo, and a sadly increasing number of cities across the nation, Highland Park joined the map of yet...

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Senate Democrats highlight upcoming 10-day back-to-school shopping tax holiday
Senate Democrats highlight upcoming 10-day back-to-school shopping tax holiday
SPRINGFIELD – Working families and teachers will see lower back-to-school shopping costs ahead of the start of the school year, thanks to an initiative led by the Senate Democratic Caucus. “As...

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