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July 6, 2022 at 8:34 PM

ICC Approves Public Safety Improvements for Boone County Rail Crossing

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 6, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) [email protected] Approves Public Safety Improvements for Boone County Rail CrossingSpringfield, IL – In order to improve safety at a railroad crossing in Belvidere in Boone Cou…
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July 6, 2022 at 8:09 PM

ICC Approves Public Safety Improvements for Effingham County Rail Crossing

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 6, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) [email protected] Approves Public Safety Improvements for Effingham County Rail CrossingSpringfield, IL –On June 23rd, the Illinois Commerce Commission approved a Stipulated Agr…
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July 6, 2022 at 7:55 PM

ICC Authorizes $3 Million for Highway-Rail Crossing Safety Improvements for Bureau, LaSalle, Putnam, and Rock Island Counties

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 6, 2022 ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Authorizes $3 Million for Highway-Rail Crossing Safety Improvements for Bureau, LaSalle, Putnam, and Rock Island Counties Springfield, IL – On June 23rd, the…
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July 6, 2022 at 3:57 PM

Now Accepting Press Parking and Grandstand Coverage Requests for 2022 Du Quoin State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseJuly 6, 2022Now Accepting Press Parking and Grandstand Coverage Requests for 2022 Du Quoin State FairRequests should be made on company letterhead and include:1. The number of parking passes that are needed.2. The signature and title of the person submitti…
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July 5, 2022 at 8:13 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation to Assist in Recovery Efforts Following Highland Park Mass Shooting

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, July 5, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Disaster Proclamation to Assist in Recovery Efforts Following Highland Park Mass Shooting CHICAGO – Today Governor JB Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation for Lake County to…
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July 5, 2022 at 5:41 PM

2021 Monroe County Tentative Multiplier Announced

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: jULY 5, 2022Contacts: Maura Kownacki                   312.814.17772021 Monroe County Tentative Multiplier AnnouncedSPRINGFIELD, IL, Monroe County has been issued a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Har…
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July 5, 2022 at 5:32 PM

2021 Monroe County Tentative Multiplier Announced

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: jULY 5, 2022Contacts: Maura Kownacki                   312.814.17772021 Monroe County Tentative Multiplier AnnouncedSPRINGFIELD, IL, Monroe County has been issued a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0000, according to David Har…
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July 5, 2022 at 4:39 PM

Joint Statement From Governor Pritzker, Senate President Harmon, and House Speaker Welch on Special Legislative Session to Protect Reproductive Rights

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, July 5, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Statement From Governor Pritzker, Senate President Harmon, and House Speaker Welch on Special Legislative Session to Protect Reproductive RightsAs we build on Illinois’ nation-leading abortio…
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July 5, 2022 at 3:33 PM

Improved Illinois bike maps blaze new trail

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 5, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Improved Illinois bike maps blaze new trailConvenient resource to plan trips, showcase state’s vast bike networkSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation today announ…
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July 5, 2022 at 1:43 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on the Shooting in Highland Park

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, July 4, [email protected]. Governor Stratton’s Statement on the Shooting in Highland ParkChicago—The pain that we are feeling today is not normal and never should be. My family and I are praying for the Highland Park community …
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July 5, 2022 at 1:32 PM

Gov. Pritzker Addresses This Morning’s Mass Shooting in Highland Park

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, July 4, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Addresses This Morning’s Mass Shooting in Highland Park Monday, July 4th, 2022 *Remarks As Prepared For Delivery* Video of the Governor’s remarks will be available for download here.G…
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July 5, 2022 at 1:21 PM

Governor Pritzker’s Statement on Shooting in Highland Park

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, July 5, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker’s Statement on Shooting in Highland ParkToday, I ask all Illinoisans to pray for the families who have been devastated by the evil unleashed this morning in Highland Park, for tho…
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July 1, 2022 at 8:49 PM

IDOI Publishes Auto Insurers’ Data Related to Premiums and Profits During the COVID-19 Pandemic and

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 1, 2022MEDIA [email protected] Publishes Auto Insurers’ Data Related to Premiums and Profits During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Department to Partner with State Legislators to Increase Protections for Insurance ConsumersChicago - T…
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July 1, 2022 at 8:31 PM

Governor Pritzker Hails Tremendous Fiscal Progress as Illinois Enters FY23

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, July 1, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Hails Tremendous Fiscal Progress as Illinois Enters FY23 SPRINGFIELD – As the Comptroller reports Illinois’ GRF payment cycle hit zero days for the first time in decades, Governor …
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July 1, 2022 at 6:21 PM

Public Health Officials Announce 28,216 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 1, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Public Health Officials Announce 28,216 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past WeekCDC Reports 81 Illinois Counties are at High or Medium Community Level; Heading into Fourth of July Weekend, Publ…
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July 1, 2022 at 5:38 PM

IDNR accepting applications for Habitat Fund Project and Pheasant Fund grant opportunities

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, July 1, [email protected] accepting applications for Habitat Fund Project and Pheasant Fund grant opportunities SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for two grant opportunit…
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July 1, 2022 at 5:15 PM

STATEMENT FROM IDVA DIRECTOR TERRY PRINCE

Illinois e-News ReleaseTERRY PRINCE DIRECTORSTATEMENT FROM IDVA DIRECTOR TERRY PRINCEJuly 1, 2022 - Governor JB Pritzker ordered flags across Illinois to fly at half-staff to honor one of our own. Corporal Nathan Carlson, a Marine hero and fellow Illinoisan, returned home after making the ultimate s…
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July 1, 2022 at 4:08 PM

OSFM Reminds Illinoisians to Practice Grilling Safety this Holiday Weekend and throughout the Summer

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: July 1st, 2022 Contact:JC Fultz [email protected] OSFM Reminds Illinoisians to Practice Grilling Safety this Holiday Weekend and throughout the SummerJuly is the peak month for fires related to grillingSpringfield, Ill- The Office of…
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July 1, 2022 at 3:51 PM

Kaskaskia Bell State Memorial to host annual

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, July 1, [email protected] Bell State Memorial to host annualLiberty Bell of the West patriotic ceremonyKASKASKIA – The Kaskaskia Bell State Memorial on historic Kaskaskia Island in southwest Illinois will host its 52…
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July 1, 2022 at 3:04 PM

URGENT NOTICE - Notice to Proceed Memo

Illinois e-News ReleaseURGENT NOTICE - Notice to Proceed Memo TO: All State Owned & Occupied Buildings FROM: Michael Pittman Deputy Director Bureau of Property Management DATE: Friday, July 1, 2022 RE: Lowering of Flags Notice to Proceed MemoThe Department of Central Mana…
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July 1, 2022 at 1:49 PM

July is Extreme Heat Safety Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseJuly 1, 2022Deputy Director Scott SwinfordPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] is Extreme Heat Safety Month SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is sharing tips to beat the heat because July is Extreme Heat Safe…
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July 1, 2022 at 1:24 PM

Illinois Family Relief Plan to Begin July 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 30, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Family Relief Plan to Begin July 1Residents will save on gas, groceries, property taxes and school supplies with tax holidaysNearly $2 billion in relief provided to residents through tax…
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July 1, 2022 at 1:18 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Opening of Electric Vehicle Rebate Program for Illinois Residents

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 1, 2022 Contact: Kim [email protected] Administration Announces Opening of Electric Vehicle Rebate Program for Illinois ResidentsProgram offers $4,000 rebate for purchase of an electric passenger vehicle or $1,500 rebate …
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June 30, 2022 at 9:56 PM

IDPH Announces Federal Allocation of Monkeypox Virus Vaccines as Part of National Response

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 30, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Announces Federal Allocation of Monkeypox Virus Vaccines as Part of National ResponseCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that as part of a national strategy to address…
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June 30, 2022 at 8:36 PM

STATEMENT FROM IDVA DIRECTOR TERRY PRINCE

Illinois e-News ReleaseJune 30, 2022 TERRY PRINCEDIRECTORSTATEMENT FROM IDVA DIRECTOR TERRY PRINCE June 30, 2022 - Today, Governor JB Pritzker requested that all flags be flown at half-staff to honor an American hero, Hershel “Woody” Williams, the nation’s last remaining World War II Medal of Honor …
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June 30, 2022 at 5:38 PM

URGENT NOTICE - Notice to Proceed Memo

Illinois e-News ReleaseURGENT NOTICE - Notice to Proceed Memo TO: All State Owned & Occupied Buildings FROM: Michael Pittman Deputy Director Bureau of Property Management DATE: Thursday, June 30, 2022 RE: Lowering of Flags Notice to Proceed MemoThe Department of Central M…
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June 30, 2022 at 4:44 PM

Illinois Family Relief Plan to Begin July 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 30, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Family Relief Plan to Begin July 1Residents will save on gas, groceries, property taxes and school supplies with tax holidaysNearly $2 billion in relief provided to residents through tax…
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June 30, 2022 at 4:39 PM

Secretary of State Offices to Close for Independence Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: June 30, 2022 For More Information Contact: Beth Kaufman: [email protected] of State Offices to Close for Independence DayIllinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, Ju…
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June 30, 2022 at 4:06 PM

Secretary of State Offices to Close for Independence Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: June 30, 2022 For More Information Contact: Beth Kaufman: [email protected] of State Offices to Close for Independence DayIllinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, Ju…
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June 30, 2022 at 3:34 PM

Lanes reopening where possible for July Fourth travel

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 30, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Lanes reopening where possible for July Fourth travelNon-emergency closures suspended; motorists should still expect work zonesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportat…
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June 30, 2022 at 3:05 PM

Illinois Family Relief Plan to Begin July 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 30, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Family Relief Plan to Begin July 1Residents will save on gas, groceries, property taxes and school supplies with tax holidaysNearly $2 billion in relief provided to residents through tax…
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June 30, 2022 at 2:02 PM

IDNR, state fire marshal urge public to leave fireworks displays to licensed, trained professionals

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, June 30, [email protected], state fire marshal urge public to leave fireworks displays to licensed, trained professionalsFireworks show sponsors should check credentials of fireworks vendorsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois De…
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June 29, 2022 at 8:03 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces $58.1 Million Planned Investment in Construction Projects at the Historic Illinois State Fairgrounds

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 29, 2022 CONTACT:Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Pritzker Administration Announces $58.1 Million Planned Investment in Construction Projects at the Historic Illinois State FairgroundsThe multi-million dollar investment will address years of deferred mai…
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June 29, 2022 at 7:56 PM

Governor Pritzker Signs CROWN Act Into Law Protecting Against Hair Discrimination

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 29, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Signs CROWN Act Into Law Protecting Against Hair Discrimination Act amends Illinois Human Rights Act to include hair-based discrimination under anti-racism protectionsChicago—G…
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June 29, 2022 at 6:01 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Bolstering Access to Healthy Food in Schools

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 29, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation Bolstering Access to Healthy Food in SchoolsNew law enables school districts to further partnerships with food providers that prioritize the health of studentsCHI…
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June 29, 2022 at 3:47 PM

State Fire Marshal Matt Perez Announces Retirement

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 29, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Fire Marshal Matt Perez Announces RetirementPerez served over 7 years as Illinois State Fire Marshal and over 37 years in public safetySPRINGFIELD —Illinois State Fire Marshal Matt Perez h…
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June 29, 2022 at 3:32 PM

Celebrate the Fourth of July Safely with Food Hygiene Tips for Cookouts & Picnics

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] the Fourth of July Safely with Food Hygiene Tips for Cookouts & Picnics With Elevated Community Levels in 67 Counties, IDPH is Reminding Those at Risk of Severe Outcomes to Mask up in Crowde…
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June 29, 2022 at 3:02 PM

Impaired driving? It’s Not a Game

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2022 CONTACT:Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919Melaney Arnold (ISP) 217.524.2500Impaired driving? It’s Not a GameFourth of July traffic enforcement encourages safe, sober drivingSPRINGFIELD – With summer in full …
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June 28, 2022 at 7:33 PM

Illinois Receives Nearly $200 Million in Federal Funding for Enhancements to the Veterans' Home at Quincy

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                        FOR MORE INFORMATION:June 28, 2022                                                                                                Maureen Hartigan                                      …
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June 28, 2022 at 2:06 PM

Fireworks, Leave Them to the Professionals!

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                          Contact: JC FultzDate: June 28th, 2022                                                                                    217-685-2041                                                …
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June 27, 2022 at 7:13 PM

State and Local Economic Development Organizations to Attract Global Investment to Illinois at 2022 SelectUSA Summit

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Date: June 27, 2022Contact (State): [email protected] and Local Economic Development Organizations to Attract Global Investment to Illinois at 2022 SelectUSA SummitSPRINGFIELD – The State of Illinois today announced its delegation for the 2022 …
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June 27, 2022 at 6:44 PM

Illinois EPA Announces More than $500,000 in Unsewered Communities Planning Grant Awards

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 27, 2022   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces More than $500,000 in Unsewered Communities Planning Grant AwardsPlanning grants provide funding for communities to develop plans addressing wastewater…
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June 24, 2022 at 8:56 PM

Illinois Beach Hotel ready for reservations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, June 24, [email protected] Beach Hotel ready for reservationsZION – Reservations are now being accepted at the Illinois Beach Hotel at Illinois Beach State Park in Lake County.The property, which features 92 hotel roo…
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June 24, 2022 at 7:29 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Re-enforcing Value of Illinois High School Diploma

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 24, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation Re-enforcing Value of Illinois High School Diploma Chicago—Today Governor JB Pritzker signed SB3792 into law, amending the code of multiple acts and agencies to repl…
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June 24, 2022 at 6:03 PM

Public Health Officials Announce 27,094 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 24, 2022 CONTACT:[email protected] Public Health Officials Announce 27,094 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past WeekCDC Reports 67 Illinois Counties at High or Medium Community Level; Public Health Officials Urge Caution & M…
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June 24, 2022 at 4:36 PM

Gov. Pritzker’s Remarks Following the Supreme Court’s Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 24, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker’s Remarks Following the Supreme Court’s Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade Friday, June 24th, 2022 *Remarks As Prepared For Delivery* Video of the Governor’s remarks will be available f…
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June 24, 2022 at 3:25 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on the Supreme Court’s Overturning of Roe V. Wade

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 24, 2022 Contact:  [email protected]. Governor Stratton’s Statement on the Supreme Court’s Overturning of Roe V. WadeCHICAGO— I am angry but unafraid. Today, and every day, I will continue fighting for a woman’s right to bodily auton…
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June 24, 2022 at 2:57 PM

Gov. Pritzker to Call Special Session for Reproductive Health Rights, with Support from Speaker Welch and President Harmon

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 24, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker to Call Special Session for Reproductive Health Rights, with Support from Speaker Welch and President HarmonGovernor Issues Statement on Urgency of Standing Up for Reproductive Rights…
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June 24, 2022 at 2:55 PM

Gov. Pritzker to Call Special Session for Reproductive Health Rights, with Support from Speaker Welch and President Harmon

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 24, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker to Call Special Session for Reproductive Health Rights, with Support from Speaker Welch and President HarmonGovernor Issues Statement on Urgency of Standing Up for Reproductive Rights…
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June 24, 2022 at 2:52 PM

Gov. Pritzker to Call Special Session for Reproductive Health Rights, with Support from Speaker Welch and President Harmon

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 24, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker to Call Special Session for Reproductive Health Rights, with Support from Speaker Welch and President HarmonGovernor Issues Statement on Urgency of Standing Up for Reproductive Rights…