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St. Clair and Madison Counties receive over $14 million to improve transportation with support from Belt

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Wednesday, February 01, 2023 04:07 PM
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  • Rebuild Illinois
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belt 020123EAST ST. LOUIS – With the strong support of State Senator Christopher Belt, St. Clair and Madison Counties will receive over $14.6 million to improve transportation as part of the historic Rebuild Illinois capital program.

“Key investments in downstate transportation will help our communities continue to grow and increase accessibility for residents,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “There’s nothing like driving on a newly paved road. We have to make sure our roads and bridges are safe, reliable and easy to travel.”

The third round of Rebuild Illinois grants provides $113.8 million for Downstate transit providers as part of the historic Rebuild Illinois capital program. Awards are supporting projects that include the purchase of new vehicles as well as the construction of stations and maintenance facilities that improve service.

St. Clair County Transit District will receive $10.8 million for the electrification of transit vehicles with supporting charging stations. Madison County will receive $3.75 million for transit communications and infrastructure upgrades.

To find a full list of projects, visit IDOT’s website.

Belt named chair of Senate Appropriations-Public Safety and Infrastructure Committee

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Category: Senator Christopher Belt News
Tuesday, January 31, 2023 11:31 AM
  • Belt
  • Infrastructure
  • Public Safety
  • Public Safety Committee
  • Chairperson

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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Christopher Belt will serve as chair of the Senate Appropriations-Public Safety and Infrastructure Committee in the 103rd General Assembly.

“In my new role I want to ensure taxpayer dollars are being used wisely during budget negotiations,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “As the southernmost Democrat, it’s important that downstate Illinois is not forgotten. I look forward to being a voice for downstate Illinois and increasing government transparency through the budgeting process.”

Prior to serving in the Illinois Senate, Belt had an 18-year career as a law enforcement officer. He spent 16 years with the St. Clair County Probation and Detention Center and two years as the regional deputy administrator of aftercare for the central and southern regions of Illinois.

Read more: Belt named chair of Senate Appropriations-Public Safety and Infrastructure Committee

Liquor delivery services expanded under Belt-sponsored measure

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Category: Senator Christopher Belt News
Monday, January 09, 2023 05:28 PM
  • Belt
  • Liquor Delivery
  • SB1001

wineglass 010923SPRINGFIELD – To support small businesses, State Senator Christopher Belt championed a measure through the Senate that would expand liquor delivery services across Illinois.

“Bars and restaurants stimulate our local economies and are the heart of our communities,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “Allowing liquor delivery services across the state benefits businesses and residents by increasing access and sales. We are working to lessen the burden businesses face by increasing the accessibility for revenue.”

Read more: Liquor delivery services expanded under Belt-sponsored measure

Belt supported measure provides Metro East residents with financial relief

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Category: Senator Christopher Belt News
Monday, January 09, 2023 04:46 PM
  • Belt
  • LIHEAP
  • Energy Bills
  • HB4412

belt 010923SPRINGFIELD – Metro East residents will soon be able to receive a rebate on their monthly energy bill, thanks to a measure supported by State Senator Christopher Belt.

“People have to be able to efficiently heat and cool their homes during the hot summer months and cold winters,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “As energy prices rise across the country, we are providing residents with much needed assistance.”

Read more: Belt supported measure provides Metro East residents with financial relief

Belt congratulates Dr. Ayala on retirement, applauds work for Illinois schools

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Category: Senator Christopher Belt News
Friday, November 18, 2022 03:36 PM
  • Belt
  • ISBE
  • Education
  • Dr. Carmen Ayala
  • State Superintendent

dr ayala 111822EAST ST. LOUIS – State Senator Christopher Belt (D-Swansea) released the following statement as State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carmen Ayala’s announced her retirement:

“As chair of Education, it has been an honor to work with Dr. Ayala to better the lives of students across Illinois. Her knowledge and passion for education and students showed through her work. Dr. Ayala overcame numerous trials and tribulations, consistently doing what was best for students.

Read more: Belt congratulates Dr. Ayala on retirement, applauds work for Illinois schools

Sen. Belt: We owe more to first responders killed in the line of duty

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Friday, October 14, 2022 12:52 PM
  • Belt
  • First Responders
  • Public Safety
  • Line of Duty Death

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MARION – To support the families of fallen first responders, State Senator Christopher Belt joined Comptroller Susana Mendoza, downstate police, fire officials and families in Marion Thursday to advocate for a new state initiative to adequately fund line-of-duty benefits.

“Public safety officers and first responders have done much to protect their communities, and it’s right by them that they are honored for their sacrifice,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “Family members of fallen first responders deserve financial protection as a standard.”

In each fiscal year budget, the General Assembly appropriates a line item for line-of-duty benefits, but in the event insufficient resources are available, Senate Bill 4229 and House Bill 5785 guarantees families receive their owed benefits. Senator Belt is the chief Senate sponsor of the initiative.

Read more: Sen. Belt: We owe more to first responders killed in the line of duty

Sen. Belt welcomes new Illinois State Police headquarters to East St. Louis

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Category: Senator Christopher Belt News
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 01:12 PM
  • Belt
  • Illinois State Police
  • Metro East

State TrooperEAST ST. LOUIS – With support from State Senator Christopher Belt, the Illinois State Police are constructing a new headquarters to house Metro East regional operations in East St. Louis.

“Law enforcement officers, detectives and support staff employed through the Illinois State Police work with integrity to protect families and improve public safety in the greater Metro East region,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “By constructing a brand new, state-of-the-art headquarters in East St. Louis, all who call the community home or plan to visit stand to benefit.”

 

Read more: Sen. Belt welcomes new Illinois State Police headquarters to East St. Louis

Hoffman and Belt Plan would Return Money to Ameren Users; Address Higher Bills

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Category: Senator Christopher Belt News
Thursday, September 01, 2022 03:56 PM
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  • Belt
  • Rebates
  • Utility Bills
  • HB 5799
  • SB 4226

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BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Alarmed at the skyrocketing cost of energy for area residents, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and state Sen. Christopher Belt, D-Cahokia, on Thursday introduced a $200 million rebate program that would deliver an estimated $170 to Ameren residential and small commercial energy customers.

“Residents are unfairly being hit with significant increases to their energy bills,” Hoffman said. “That’s why we’ve been negotiating for weeks with stakeholders and working on a proposal that will deliver real relief for families and small business owners. This isn’t a small rebate; this is real money that families need to receive.”

“With the cost of energy and inflation on the rise, families are feeling pressured to choose between paying their bills, putting food on their tables or being responsible for subsequent late fees,” Belt said. “This rebate plan for Ameren customers puts money back into the pockets of working families, and I look forward to advocating for its passage in the Senate. I appreciate my partnership with Rep. Hoffman, community stakeholders and the public for helping to craft this proposal.”

Hoffman’s House Bill 5799 and Belt’s Senate Bill 4226 create the Power Price Mitigation Rebate Act, focused on helping Ameren region residential and small commercial energy customers with monthly rebates for the months of August through December 2022. The $200 million rebate program would provide customers with a total fixed rebate of around $170 over multiple months.

Read more: Hoffman and Belt Plan would Return Money to Ameren Users; Address Higher Bills

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  4. Belt secures nearly $10 million to update sewers in Cahokia Heights

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