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December 27, 2022 at 4:32 PM

IDOL Promotes Workplace Safety Series

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 27, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Promotes Workplace Safety SeriesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor’s (IDOL) On-Site Safety and Health Consultation Program is joining with local, state and fed…
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December 27, 2022 at 4:02 PM

Building Blocks of Success: IDOT announces January dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshops

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 27, 2022 CONTACT: Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Building Blocks of Success: IDOT announces January dates for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program workshopsSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting …
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December 27, 2022 at 3:20 PM

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release January 3, 2023 Contact: Deborah Lopez312-937-0050January is Human Trafficking Awareness MonthIllinois DCFS partners with federal, state and private agencies to train staff, prevent child human trafficking and support trafficked youthCHICAGO – January is …
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December 27, 2022 at 3:06 PM

The Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs announces Veterans' Grant recipients

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                   CONTACT: December 27, 2022                                                                                  Maureen S. Hartigan                                                              …
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December 23, 2022 at 7:05 PM

IDPH Reports 88 Illinois Counties are at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 23, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 88 Illinois Counties are at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Illinoisans urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu & Stay Home from Holiday Gatherings and Seek Treatmen…
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December 22, 2022 at 5:17 PM

ICC Staff Report: Low-Income Discount Rates for Electric and Natural Gas Residential Customers are Appropriate for Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 22, 2022 ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Staff Report: Low-Income Discount Rates for Electric and Natural Gas Residential Customers are Appropriate for IllinoisComprehensive report includes rec…
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December 22, 2022 at 4:17 PM

Secretary of State Offices and Driver Services Facilities to Close at 1pm Due to Winter Storm

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                                     For More Information Contact:December 22, 2022                                                                              Dave Druker: 312-907-6867                                     …
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December 21, 2022 at 9:07 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, December 21, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionBill Number: SB 1595Description: Amends the Tax Increment Allocation Redevelopment Act of the Illinois Municipal Code to extend the estimated dates of completi…
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December 21, 2022 at 9:01 PM

Illinois Celebrates 2022 Economic Development Milestones

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 21, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Illinois Celebrates 2022 Economic Development MilestonesJob Creators Receiving EDGE Credits Invest More Than $1 Billion in Communities – Exceeding 2019 Pre-Pandemic InvestmentsCHICAGO –Governor Prit…
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December 21, 2022 at 8:36 PM

Winter storm featuring snow, high winds and bitter cold to make travel treacherous

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Dec. 21, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel (IDOT 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda (IDOT) [email protected] 217.524.2500Kevin Sur ([email protected]) 217.557.4756Winter storm featuring snow, high winds and bitter cold to make travel treac…
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December 21, 2022 at 8:20 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Reimagining Electric Vehicles Act Amendment

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, December 21, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Reimagining Electric Vehicles Act AmendmentOffers Additional Incentives for Electric Vehicle Manufacturers to Relocate to or Expand in IllinoisCHICAGO – Solidifying Illin…
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December 21, 2022 at 7:54 PM

Illinois Celebrates 2022 Economic Development Milestones

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 21, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Illinois Celebrates 2022 Economic Development MilestonesJob Creators Receiving EDGE Credits Invest More Than $1 Billion in Communities – Exceeding 2019 Pre-Pandemic InvestmentsCHICAGO –Governor Prit…
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December 21, 2022 at 7:33 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill Divesting State Funds from Russian Investments in Solidarity with Ukraine

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, December 21, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Bill Divesting State Funds from Russian Investments in Solidarity with UkraineChicago- Today Governor Pritzker signed HB1293 into law, divesting Illinois state pension fu…
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December 21, 2022 at 7:30 PM

Illinois Celebrates 2022 Economic Development Milestones

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 21, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Illinois Celebrates 2022 Economic Development MilestonesJob Creators Receiving EDGE Credits Invest More Than $1 Billion in Communities – Exceeding 2019 Pre-Pandemic InvestmentsCHICAGO –Governor Prit…
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December 21, 2022 at 6:28 PM

Over 5.1 Million Illinoisans Have Received anticipated Income and Property Tax Rebates

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release December 21, 2022 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777E-mail: [email protected] 5.1 Million Illinoisans Have Received anticipated Income and Property Tax Rebates To date, over 96% of rebates have been issued totaling $1.042 bill…
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December 21, 2022 at 6:10 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Timeline for Next Cannabis Dispensary License Lottery

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: December 21, 2022 Contact: Chris [email protected] Administration Announces Timeline for Next Cannabis Dispensary License LotteryCHICAGO – Following extensive conversations with lawmakers and other stakeholders, the Illinois Dep…
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December 21, 2022 at 5:44 PM

Illinois Celebrates 2022 Economic Development Milestones

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 21, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Illinois Celebrates 2022 Economic Development MilestonesJob Creators Receiving EDGE Credits Invest More Than $1 Billion in Communities – Exceeding 2019 Pre-Pandemic InvestmentsCHICAGO –Governor Prit…
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December 21, 2022 at 3:05 PM

Fall Freshmen Enrollment Up 5 Percent at Illinois Public Universities as Illinois Bucks Several National Trends

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 21, 2022Fall Freshmen Enrollment Up 5 Percent at Illinois Public Universities as Illinois Bucks Several National TrendsIllinois outpaces national enrollment growth rate of African American and Latino freshmenSPRINGFIELD – Today, the Illinois Board…
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December 20, 2022 at 9:06 PM

'It's Not a Game: Holiday Edition'

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                                 CONTACT: Dec. 20, 2022                                                                                          Paul Wappel          217.685.0082                                             …
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December 20, 2022 at 7:28 PM

Illinois Department of Revenue Director David Harris Named to Board of Trustees for Federation of Tax Administrators

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release December 20, 2022 Media Contact: Maura Kownacki Phone: 312-814-1777E-mail: [email protected] Department of Revenue Director David Harris Named to Board of Trustees for Federation of Tax AdministratorsHarris Elected to Represent Midwester…
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December 20, 2022 at 6:06 PM

2022 Clark County Tentative Multiplier Announced

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: December 20, 2022 Contacts: Maura Kownacki312.814.17772022 Clark County Tentative Multiplier AnnouncedSPRINGFIELD, IL, Clark County has been issued a tentative property assessment equalization factor of 1.0568, according to David Harris, Director of…
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December 20, 2022 at 5:43 PM

Gov. Pritzker Extends Illinois Cyber Security Commission Executive Order to Ensure Coordination Across All Levels of Government

Illinois e-News ReleaseDecember 20, 2022 Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected]. Pritzker Extends Illinois Cyber Security Commission Executive Order to Ensure Coordination Across All Levels of GovernmentSPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzk…
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December 20, 2022 at 5:05 PM

Clinton Nuclear Power Station Emergency Preparedness in November 2023

Illinois e-News ReleaseDecember 19, 2022Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Nuclear Power Station Emergency Preparedness in November 2023Enclosed is information regarding emergency preparedness for the Clinton Nuclear Power Stat…
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December 20, 2022 at 4:09 PM

Bookmark GettingAroundIllinois.com now for statewide road conditions this winter

Illinois e-News ReleaseBookmark GettingAroundIllinois.com now for statewide road conditions this winter Before heading out, check IDOT site for 24/7 travel informationSPRINGFIELD – With cold weather settling in and the first major winter storm of the season potentially on its way, the Illinois Depar…
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December 19, 2022 at 11:01 PM

Clinton Nuclear Power Station Emergency Preparedness in November 2023

Illinois e-News ReleaseDecember 19, 2022Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] Nuclear Power Station Emergency Preparedness in November 2023Enclosed is information regarding emergency preparedness for the Clinton Nuclear Power Stat…
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December 19, 2022 at 10:02 PM

Expanded Bereavement Leave Rights Take Effect Jan. 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 19, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Bereavement Leave Rights Take Effect Jan. 1 New rights include time off to grieve family members, for pregnancy and adoption-related lossSPRINGFIELD – The Family Berea…
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December 19, 2022 at 7:42 PM

ICC Offers Consumers Winter Energy Savings Tips

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 19, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) [email protected] Offers Consumers Winter Energy Savings Tips Springfield, IL – The war on Ukraine and supply chain constraints are key drivers of rising energy costs globa…
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December 19, 2022 at 6:37 PM

Department on Aging and IDPH Directors Urge Older Adults to Get Vaccinated in New Holiday PSA

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 19, 2022 CONTACT: Iris [email protected] Mike [email protected] Department on Aging and IDPH Directors Urge Older Adults to Get Vaccinated in New Holiday PSASPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Director Paula Basta of the Illinois D…
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December 16, 2022 at 10:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, December 16, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Four Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his…
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December 16, 2022 at 10:09 PM

Illinois Community Reinvestment Act Proposed Rules Published

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:December 16, 2022Contact: Chris Slaby [email protected] Community Reinvestment Act Proposed Rules PublishedDivision of Banking Also Announces Supervisor to Oversee Implementation of Historic Consumer Legislation Over State-Chartered B…
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December 16, 2022 at 9:42 PM

Pritzker Administration Launches $40 Million in Funding for the Energy Transition Community Grant Program as Part of CEJA

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2022 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Pritzker Administration Launches $40 Million in Funding for the Energy Transition Community Grant Program as Part of CEJAFunding is available for communities who have been impacted by fossil fuel pl…
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December 16, 2022 at 8:48 PM

ICC Approves McLean County Highway-Rail Crossing Public Safety Project

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Approves McLean County Highway-Rail Crossing Public Safety ProjectSpringfield, IL –The Illinois Commerce Commission recently approved a Stipulated Agreem…
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December 16, 2022 at 8:47 PM

ICC Approves Pike County Public Safety Project

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Approves Pike County Public Safety ProjectSpringfield, IL –The Illinois Commerce Commission recently approved a Stipulated Agreement to improve public sa…
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December 16, 2022 at 8:27 PM

ICC Approves Stephenson County Public Safety Project

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Approves Stephenson County Public Safety Project Springfield, IL –The Illinois Commerce Commission recently approved a Stipulated Agreement to improve pu…
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December 16, 2022 at 8:20 PM

ICC Approves Fayette County Highway-Rail Crossing Public Safety Project

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2022ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Approves Fayette County Highway-Rail Crossing Public Safety Project Springfield, IL –The Illinois Commerce Commission recently approved a Stipulated Agre…
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December 16, 2022 at 7:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Staff Transitions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, December 16, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Staff TransitionsCHICAGO – Ahead of being sworn in to serve the state of Illinois for a second term, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following staff transitions.Emily…
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December 16, 2022 at 7:05 PM

IDPH Reports 86 Illinois Counties are at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 16, 2022CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 86 Illinois Counties are at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Bivalent Booster Vaccine Now Authorized for Children 6 Months and Older; Illinoisans urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COV…
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December 16, 2022 at 4:50 PM

Drive merry, bright and sober this holiday season

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, Dec. 16, [email protected] merry, bright and sober this holiday seasonIllinois Conservation Police to enforce DUI laws during holiday seasonSPRINGFIELD – With the holidays in full swing, Illinois Conservation Police officer a…
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December 15, 2022 at 8:33 PM

Governor Pritzker Issues Proclamation of Passage for Workers' Rights Amendment

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, December 15, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Issues Proclamation of Passage for Workers' Rights AmendmentConstitutional amendment guarantees right to bargain for Illinois workersChicago—Governor JB Pritzker today celeb…
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December 15, 2022 at 6:05 PM

Illinois Reaches a Year and a Half of Consecutive Job Growth in November

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: December 15, 2022 CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Reaches a Year and a Half of Consecutive Job Growth in November Statewide Unemployment Rate Up Slightly SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) an…
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December 14, 2022 at 9:25 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, December 14, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 0347Description: Makes changes to the Sexual Assault Survivors Emergency Treatment A…
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December 14, 2022 at 4:43 PM

Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Historic Completion of Jane Byrne Interchange in Chicago

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, December 14, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Celebrates Historic Completion of Jane Byrne Interchange in Chicago One of the largest projects ever undertaken by the state wraps up, improving safety, congestion, and travel …
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December 14, 2022 at 4:06 PM

Department of Human Services Launches Campaign to Help Those with Gambling Problems

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:December 14, 2022Contacts: Marisa [email protected] [email protected] of Human Services Launches Campaign to Help Those with Gambling ProblemsThe “Are You Really Winning?” campaign aims to help Illinoi…
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December 13, 2022 at 7:02 PM

Lt. Gov. Stratton’s Statement on the Signing of the Respect for Marriage Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: [email protected]. Gov. Stratton’s Statement on the Signing of the Respect for Marriage ActChicago — Today, for many couples in this country, fear was lifted, and love was confirmed. With the signing of the Respect for Marriage Act, we wi…
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December 13, 2022 at 4:09 PM

Application Period Opens Thursday, December 15 for 2023 Cover Crop Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 13, 2022 CONTACT: Krista Lisser: 217-558-154Application Period Opens Thursday, December 15 for 2023 Cover Crop ProgramApplications Available at 8 a.m.SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) will open the fourth year of the Fal…
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December 13, 2022 at 2:14 PM

Pritzker Administration Releases More Than $37 Million in Funding for Five Innovation Hubs

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 13, 2022 CONTACT: Lauren Grenlund [email protected] Pritzker Administration Releases More Than $37 Million in Funding for Five Innovation HubsSpringfield – Governor JB Pritzker announced today the release of $37.3 million to launch fac…
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December 12, 2022 at 10:28 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Sean M. Smoot as Chairman of the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, December 12, 2022 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Sean M. Smoot as Chairman of the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards BoardCHICAGO – Originally appointed to the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standar…
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December 12, 2022 at 8:45 PM

Governor Pritzker Orders State Flags Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Senator Scott Bennett

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, December 12, 2022 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Orders State Flags Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Senator Scott BennettChicago—Governor JB Pritzker today signed a proclamation ordering all flags at State of Illinois facili…
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December 12, 2022 at 8:22 PM

Honoring State Senator Scott M. Bennett

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring State Senator Scott M. BennettThe Department of Central Management Services has received notice fromGovernor JB Pritzker that all person or entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of:State Senator S…
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December 9, 2022 at 10:35 PM

Statement on the Passing of State Senator Scott Bennett

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: [email protected] on the Passing of State Senator Scott BennettChicago — Today, Illinois lost a dedicated public servant, an incredible leader, and a loving family man. I lost a fellow Illini and a friend. It is with a heavy heart …