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December 29, 2022 at 4:33 PM

ICC Initiates Formal Investigation into 2nd Draft Renewable Energy Access Plan

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 29, 2022 ICC CONTACTVictoria CrawfordOffice: (217) 836-7624 [email protected] Initiates Formal Investigation into 2nd Draft Renewable Energy Access PlanChicago, IL –The Illinois Commerce Commission recently initiated a formal proc…
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December 28, 2022 at 5:16 PM

Secretary of State Offices to Close for the New Year's Holiday

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                 For More Information Contact:Dec. 28, 2022                                                                   Beth Kaufman: 312-814-8301                                                                       …
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December 28, 2022 at 5:02 PM

Increase Coming for Illinois Minimum Wage on Jan. 1

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 28, 2022 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Coming for Illinois Minimum Wage on Jan. 1Minimum wage rising to $13 an hour on New Year’s DaySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois minimum wage is set to increase another dollar…
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December 28, 2022 at 3:02 PM

License Plate Fees for Low-Income Older Drivers, Persons With Disabilities to Drop in 2023

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dec. 28, 2022 CONTACT: Iris [email protected] Plate Fees for Low-Income Older Drivers, Persons With Disabilities to Drop in 2023SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Eligible older adults and persons with disabilities will see their annu…
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December 27, 2022 at 8:32 PM

IDOT, ISP Alcohol and drug-impaired driving ruins the holidays

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 27, 2022 CONTACT: Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919 [email protected] 217.524.2500 IDOT, ISP Alcohol and drug-impaired driving ruins the holidays“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” SPRINGFIELD — The Illino…
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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…