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Morrison’s “Preventing Youth Vaping Act” passes committee

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021 05:31 PM

morrison vape 041421SPRINGFIELD – A steadfast supporter of keeping tobacco out of the hands of children, State Senator Julie Morrison (D-Lake Forest) passed the Preventing Youth Vaping Act through committee Wednesday.

“Vaping- and e-cigarette-related deaths and illnesses have become a nationwide outbreak that no user is immune to — no matter how young they are,” Morrison said. “We were doing so well on changing the culture of smoking, and now we have gone backward — especially the younger generation.”

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Pacione-Zayas plan to train more early childhood educators passes Senate committee

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021 03:19 PM

pacione zayas 041421SPRINGFIELD – Responding to a crucial need for hundreds more early childhood educators in the coming years, State Senator Cristina Pacione-Zayas (D-Chicago) passed a plan out of the Senate Higher Education Committee Tuesday to provide new college degrees and an easier path to training for those already working in the field.

“This is not just about providing a brighter future for our kids, but also the people who are already working so hard to help them learn and grow,” Pacione-Zayas said. “We know that high quality early care and education is key to helping our children realize their full potential. We need to remove barriers by expanding access and affordability in this field to show support for the workforce that cares and educates our youngest while families work and pursue educational goals.”

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Crowe moves to make tuition more affordable for Illinois families

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021 02:48 PM

crowe 041421SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Rachelle Crowe (D-Glen Carbon) has advanced an initiative to allow families to use funds from qualified tuition plans to cover the cost of K-12 tuition and apprenticeship supplies, bringing Illinois on par with neighboring states.

“Twenty-two states—including several of our bordering states like Missouri, Iowa and Wisconsin—consider K-12 tuition and apprenticeship costs eligible expenses under qualified tuition plans,” Crowe said. “This initiative builds on Illinois’ commitment to give students the best opportunities by helping families afford K-12 education and job training.”

 

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Villanueva moves to establish domestic violence commission

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021 01:52 PM

villanueva 041421 DVSPRINGFIELD – To protect women and children in Illinois, State Senator Celina Villanueva (D-Chicago) passed legislation in the Senate Public Safety Committee that would establish the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Commission.

“Incidents of domestic violence have increased dramatically since the start of the pandemic,” Villanueva said. “Families are counting on us to take proactive measures to prevent violence.”

The commission would establish regional review teams by judicial court, conduct domestic violence fatality reviews and advise the Governor and General Assembly on domestic violence prevention policy. The commission would consist of four members of the General Assembly, one appointee by the Governor and various public members representing survivors, support organizations and law enforcement.

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  1. Koehler holds press conference on legislation to modernize FOID cards
  2. Cunningham plan to turn vacant lots into urban gardens passes committee
  3. Nursing home residents’ civil rights protected under Villa legislation
  4. Lightford: Sexual assault survivors deserve privacy

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Cervantes announces grants for lead service line repair coming to Chicago
  SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Javier Cervantes is happy to announce that the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has awarded grants to 48 communities in need of lead service line replacements, including...

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Faraci responds to resignation of two University of Illinois Board of Trustees
Faraci responds to resignation of two University of Illinois Board of Trustees
  CHAMPAIGN— State Senator Paul Faraci urges the governor to ensure the University of Illinois’ Board of Trustees reflects the diversity of the university and will represent the values of the...

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Sen. Halpin and Rep. Johnson announce committee assignments
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  SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Mike Halpin will serve as chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee and Representative Gregg Johnson will serve on the House Labor and Commerce Committee for...

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Glowiak Hilton hosts donation drive for domestic violence survivors and women in need
Glowiak Hilton hosts donation drive for domestic violence survivors and women in need
  WESTERN SPRINGS – State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton is partnering with Metropolitan Family Services DuPage to host “#LovePurse” donation drives for local women in need. “Love Purse gives survivors of domestic...

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Villa obtains $500,000 for St. Augustine College pre-apprenticeship programs
Villa obtains $500,000 for St. Augustine College pre-apprenticeship programs
  AURORA – Thanks to a $500,000 investment acquired by State Senator Karina Villa, construction and building trades apprenticeships will be expanded in the 25th Senate District. “The expansion of the Illinois...

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Porfirio announces funding for lead service line replacement
Porfirio announces funding for lead service line replacement
  BURBANK – The Illinois EPA announced a total of $90,000 in combined funds is coming to the cities of Berwyn and Summit to help identify service lines that may contain...

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