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Legislative leaders, governor announce support of guaranteed paid leave for workers

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Category: Senator Kimberly A. Lightford News
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 09:17 PM
  • Lightford
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • SB 208

lightford 011023SPRINGFIELD – Gov. JB Pritzker, House Speaker Pro Tempore Jehan Gordon-Booth and Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford issued a joint statement Tuesday supporting legislation that will guarantee paid leave for all Illinois workers:

“Whether it’s dealing with a sudden family illness or an emergency auto repair, sometimes life gets in the way of work. Paid leave will have a significant, positive impact on the lives of residents across our state, and underscores our commitment to uplifting working families. We appreciate the work put into this from all stakeholders, including business and labor, to bring us to this moment.”

Read more: Legislative leaders, governor announce support of guaranteed paid leave for workers

Name change measure passes the Senate

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Category: Senator Robert Peters News
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 08:49 PM
  • Peters
  • Legal Name Changes
  • HB2542

peters 011023SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Robert Peters supported a measure to allow justice-impacted individuals to legally change their names, which passed out of the Senate Tuesday.

“There are a million reasons why someone could have been impacted by the justice system, and sometimes you find their only crime was trying to survive,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “Sometimes, people need a new identity for their safety, and for their ability to truly lead a good life. This legislation would be an aid in those scenarios.”

House Bill 2542 allows individuals on various criminal registries to file for a name change if the change is sought for the reasons of marriage, transgender identity, religious beliefs, or status as a victim of trafficking.

In particular, many transgender people and victims of human trafficking have crimes of survival in their backgrounds, and need to be able to change their names in order to move on with their lives.

“This legislation is important because it could save someone’s life, or help them move on from a past that wasn’t kind to them,” Peters said. “Further, this could help affirm someone’s chosen gender. It’s necessary that we allow people with justice-impacted backgrounds to change their name.”

House Bill 2542 now awaits consideration from the governor.

Cunningham sponsored legislation promotes sustainable energy

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Category: Senator Bill Cunningham News
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 07:39 PM
  • Cunningham
  • Renewable Energy
  • HB4412

cunningham 011023SPRINGFIELD – With a looming power shortage on the grid, Illinois received a major boost to its renewable energy sector thanks to a bill sponsored by State Senator Bill Cunningham.

“There is an energy shortage in Illinois right now, and it is causing uncertainly, which causes prices to spike and potentially future brownouts,” said Cunningham, a Democrat who represents portions of Chicago and the Southwest Suburbs. “This legislation will help solve that problem by expanding renewable energy opportunities.”

Read more: Cunningham sponsored legislation promotes sustainable energy

State Senator Jacqueline Y. Collins retires seat after two decades of service

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Category: Senator Jacqueline Y. Collins News
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 07:12 PM
  • Collins
  • Retirement

collins 011023SPRINGFIELD – Following 20 years of service in the Illinois Senate, Assistant Majority Leader Jacqueline Y. Collins retired her seat at the end of her seventh term in office.

“It has been my honor to fight in the Illinois Senate for policies that reduce inequality, expand opportunities and strengthen our community,” said Collins (D-Chicago). “Looking back, I am proud of the accomplishments we achieved together to take on the status quo, stand up to corporate interests and reform oppressive systems.”

Read more: State Senator Jacqueline Y. Collins retires seat after two decades of service

Harmon statement on reproductive rights bill

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Category: Senator Don Harmon News
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 06:56 PM
  • Harmon
  • Reproductive Rights
  • Gender Affirming Health Care
  • HB4664

harmon 011023SPRINGFIELD – Senate President Don Harmon (D-Oak Park) issued the following statement after the Senate passed a comprehensive bill protecting the rights of Illinoisans to receive reproductive and gender affirming health care:

“The Supreme Court sent a clear message when overturning Roe v. Wade that it is willing to ignore precedent and roll back previously granted rights.

“In Illinois, we trust women, and we will protect their right to make their own decisions about their health care and their bodies.

“The legislation passed today solidifies our state against current and future attacks from those looking to roll back the clock and reverse progress.”

Senator Villanueva increases abortion access and gender-affirming care for residents in Illinois

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Category: Senator Celina Villanueva News
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 06:38 PM
  • Slideshow
  • Villanueva
  • Reproductive Rights
  • Gender Affirming Health Care

villanueva 011023SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Celina Villanueva, who has diligently fought for the equality and protection of reproductive and gender rights, led a measure passed Tuesday that further explores the importance of Illinois residents having access to such rights.

“As a legislator who serves communities that face many disparities and challenges based off of their ethnicity and gender, I have seen firsthand the effects discrimination in health care play in a person’s mental, physical, social and economic status,” said Villanueva (D-Chicago). ”Today we have further enshrined people’s rights to health care and their right to determine their destinies.”

Read more: Senator Villanueva increases abortion access and gender-affirming care for residents in Illinois

Senate Democrats pass Protect Illinois Communities Act, ban assault weapons

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Category: Senator Don Harmon News
Monday, January 09, 2023 06:40 PM
  • Slideshow
  • Morrison
  • Villivalam
  • Fine
  • Gillespie
  • Harmon
  • Johnson
  • Assault Weapons
  • HB5471
  • Protect Illinois Communities Act
  • High-capacity Magazines

Harmon 010923

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus passed historic legislation today that bans the sale and manufacturing of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.

“After continued negotiations between the leaders, stakeholders and advocates, we have reached a deal on one of the strongest assault weapons bans in the country,” said Senate President Don Harmon (D-Oak Park). “Gun violence is an epidemic that is plaguing every corner of this state and the people of Illinois are demanding substantive action. With this legislation we are delivering on the promises Democrats have made and, together, we are making Illinois’ gun laws a model for the nation.”

Read more: Senate Democrats pass Protect Illinois Communities Act, ban assault weapons

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

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