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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
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Senator Kris Tharp: I’m eager to serve

Stadelman legislation requiring Illinois to purchase American-made flags passes on Memorial Day

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Published: Monday, May 31, 2021 06:36 PM

 Senator Stadelman

SPRINGFIELD – Legislation sponsored by State Senator Steve Stadelman (D-Rockford) requiring state agencies and institutions to only purchase American and Illinois flags manufactured in the United States passed the State Senate on Memorial Day.

“There’s no reason for us to be flying our state and nation’s flags if they’re not made in this country,” Stadelman said. “This legislation rights a wrong while supporting our local businesses and economies at the same time.”

The legislation would change the Flag Display Act to no longer allow state institutions and agencies to purchase American and Illinois flags from manufacturers outside of the U.S.

Read more: Stadelman legislation requiring Illinois to purchase American-made flags passes on Memorial Day

Peters’ recidivism reduction measure clears Senate

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Published: Monday, May 31, 2021 06:32 PM

Sen. Robert Peters

Legislation requires IDOC to provide information to soon-to-be-released incarcerated people

SPRINGFIELD – This Monday, the Illinois Senate approved a measure sponsored by State Senator Robert Peters (D-Chicago) that would provide information to returning citizens from state prisons in an effort to reduce recidivism rates.

“One of the major contributors to recidivism rates is continued instability after an incarcerated person is released,” Peters said. “If these folks are denied the right to live their best lives, they may face challenges that risk further destabilization. Reentering citizens need not just proper services and support, but information on how they can go about obtaining them.”

House Bill 3235 would require the Illinois Department of Corrections to provide information about various topics, including obtaining an ID card, voter registration, job listings, available housing, and any other information the department believes could help prevent recidivism to an incarcerated person no later than 45 days prior to their scheduled release from the IDOC system.

Read more: Peters’ recidivism reduction measure clears Senate

Cunningham plan gives breweries and meaderies more options to reach customers

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Published: Monday, May 31, 2021 06:28 PM

Sen. Bill Cunningham

SPRINGFIELD – Senator Bill Cunningham passed a plan out of the Illinois Senate that would allow small breweries, meaderies, and winemakers to distribute their products to local bars, grocery stores, and liquor stores directly rather than through a third party, helping local businesses reach their customers.

“We’ve seen an explosion of small beer, wine, and mead makers in recent years, and they’ve become staples of our local bar and restaurant scene,” said Cunningham, a Democrat who represents portions of Chicago and the southwest suburbs. “People want to be able to buy their products at local grocery and liquor stores, and we should make that easier to do.”

Under current Illinois law, most companies that produce alcohol have to sell their products to local grocery and liquor stores through a third-party distributor. Tracing back to the post-prohibition era, this set up is meant to help prevent the unregulated sale of alcohol and aid in the collection of alcohol-related taxes. It is still employed by almost every state in the U.S.

Read more: Cunningham plan gives breweries and meaderies more options to reach customers

Belt's plan to ensure fair pay for automotive technicians passes General Assembly

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Published: Monday, May 31, 2021 02:16 PM

belt tech 053121SPRINGFIELD – Technicians will be entitled to fairer compensation thanks to a measure sponsored by State Senator Christopher Belt (D-Swansea) that passed the General Assembly Sunday.

“This measure addresses the unjust approach many manufacturers take toward paying technicians,” Belt said. “Technicians are often treated unfairly, and this ensures they'll be properly compensated for their hard work and expertise.”

Under House Bill 3940, manufacturers must pay dealerships the same effective labor rate as the dealership receives for customer-pay repairs. Currently, that's often not the case, even as technicians are using the same skills and expertise to perform what is effectively the same type of work.

Read more: Belt's plan to ensure fair pay for automotive technicians passes General Assembly

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  3. Feigenholtz’s “cocktails-to-go” expansion heads to governor
  4. Cullerton proud to support expansion of telehealth services

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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
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Senate Democrats highlight upcoming 10-day back-to-school shopping tax holiday
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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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