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Illinois lawmakers could take up transit funding bill in veto session as RTA faces fiscal cliff

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The veto session is underway in Springfield and lawmakers are on track to take up a transit funding bill.See the Story

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IL House Democrats pass Clean & Reliable Grid Affordability Act, send bill to Senate

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Illinois House Democrats passed a massive clean energy bill Wednesday night.Senate · Springfield Read Article

Senate Democrats pass bill to automatically seal nonviolent felony records, send Clean Slate Act to House

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Illinois Senate Democrats passed a monumental bill Wednesday night to automatically seal records for people convicted of nonviolent felonies.Senate · Springfield See the Story

Peters’ measure to raise juvenile detention age, focus on rehabilitation

SPRINGFIELD — An initiative from State Senator Robert Peters aims to raise the minimum age at which minors can be detained and limit the use of detention in certain situations where the minor is not charged with a violent crime, making it clear the state is moving away from harsh detention practices and prioritizing rehabilitation. “Our juvenile justice system should focus on rehabilitation over punishment,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “By raising …Springfield, Illinois · Springfield Read Article

Sims: Clean Slate Act is about creating pathways to opportunity for people who have earned a second chance

SPRINGFIELD – Marking a significant step forward in criminal justice reform, State Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr. led a transformative approach to providing second chances while maintaining critical public safety protections. "The Clean Slate Act is about creating pathways to opportunity for people who have earned a second chance," said Sims (D-Chicago). "By automating the sealing process for eligible records, we're removing unnecessary bureaucratic…Springfield, Illinois · Springfield Read Article

Peters measure to create state-run labor mediation program

SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Robert Peters is protecting workers and keeping Illinois’ economy moving with a new pilot program that would ensure unions, employers and public agencies can resolve disputes quickly – even as the federal mediation system faces major cuts. “With the federal mediation system stretched thin, our pilot program would make sure our state’s workers and employers still have access to trained mediators who can help resolve co…Economy · Springfield Read Article

Illinois Senate wears pink for breast cancer awareness

SPRINGFIELD – Members of the Illinois Senate observed Wear Pink Day at the Capitol Wednesday to raise breast cancer awareness and encourage early detection. “I was diagnosed about four years ago and went through chemotherapy, a mastectomy, radiation, and now ongoing preventative treatment. Raising awareness about breast cancer has become very important to me,” said Ellman (D-Naperville). “I found comfort in hearing from women I know and admire —…Springfield, Illinois · Springfield Read Article

Tax Proposals Draw Questions From Pritzker and GOP State Rep

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Hastings announces legislation to ensure fair homeowners insurance rates for Illinois families

SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Michael E. Hastings was joined at a press conference Wednesday by Senators Willie Preston, Paul Faraci, Meg Loughran Cappel, Christopher Belt and Doris Turner to announce new legislation designed to protect homeowners from excessive insurance rate increases and ensure fairness, transparency and accountability in Illinois homeowners insurance. "When you open that renewal notice from your insurance company and your prem…Springfield, Illinois · Springfield See the Story

Illinois Lawmakers Propose Bills That Would Protect Immigrants At Schools, Hospitals And Courthouses

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SPRINGFIELD — Some Illinois lawmakers are working on state bills that aim to protect immigrant communities and limit how and where federal immigration agents operate. The efforts come amid President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, which has brought federal agents to hospitals, a suburban college campus, courthouses, apartment buildings and around schools in Chicago and the suburbs. Proposed bills — some yet to be introduced to the state le…Springfield, Illinois · Springfield Read Article

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Illinois lawmakers could take up transit funding bill in veto session as RTA faces fiscal cliff

Tax Proposals Draw Questions From Pritzker and GOP State Rep

Tax Increases Expected Before Illinois Legislators Adjourn Veto Session

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IL House Democrats pass Clean & Reliable Grid Affordability Act, send bill to Senate

Senate Democrats pass bill to automatically seal nonviolent felony records, send Clean Slate Act to House

Peters’ measure to raise juvenile detention age, focus on rehabilitation

Sims: Clean Slate Act is about creating pathways to opportunity for people who have earned a second chance

Peters measure to create state-run labor mediation program

Illinois Senate wears pink for breast cancer awareness

Tax Proposals Draw Questions From Pritzker and GOP State Rep

Hastings announces legislation to ensure fair homeowners insurance rates for Illinois families

Illinois Lawmakers Propose Bills That Would Protect Immigrants At Schools, Hospitals And Courthouses

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IL House Democrats pass Clean & Reliable Grid Affordability Act, send bill to Senate

Senate Democrats pass bill to automatically seal nonviolent felony records, send Clean Slate Act to House

Peters’ measure to raise juvenile detention age, focus on rehabilitation

Sims: Clean Slate Act is about creating pathways to opportunity for people who have earned a second chance

Peters measure to create state-run labor mediation program

Illinois Senate wears pink for breast cancer awareness

Tax Proposals Draw Questions From Pritzker and GOP State Rep

Hastings announces legislation to ensure fair homeowners insurance rates for Illinois families

Illinois Lawmakers Propose Bills That Would Protect Immigrants At Schools, Hospitals And Courthouses