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January 19, 2023 at 7:37 PM

IBHE approves fiscal year 2024 budget recommendations

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 19, 2023Contact: José García 773.758.4955 Cell [email protected] approves fiscal year 2024 budget recommendationsBudget recommendations will help ensure a strong and equitable higher education ecosystemSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Board of Higher E…
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January 19, 2023 at 6:09 PM

Council of Juvenile Justice Administrators Appoints Director Mueller of Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice as Board Secretary

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] of Juvenile Justice Administrators Appoints Director Mueller of Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice as Board SecretaryCHICAGO – The Council of Juvenile Justice Administrators (CJJA), a natio…
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January 19, 2023 at 5:43 PM

Pritzker Administration Relaunches "Opening Doors" Homebuyer Assistance Program With Additional $8 Million

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                      Contact: Amy Lee Jan. 19, 2023                                                                                                       [email protected] Administration Relaunches "Ope…
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January 19, 2023 at 4:03 PM

Illinois Department of Agriculture Issues Next Round of Transporter Licenses

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 19, 2023 CONTACT: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Illinois Department of Agriculture Issues Next Round of Transporter LicensesSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) today issued 33 Transporter licenses, successfully closing th…
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January 18, 2023 at 10:53 PM

IDFPR Announces Updates for Upcoming Social Equity Criteria License Lottery

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: January 18, 2023Contact: Chris Slaby [email protected] Announces Updates for Upcoming Social Equity Criteria License LotteryCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation ("IDFPR") announced today two key upd…
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January 18, 2023 at 10:28 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 18, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 0240Description: Healthcare omnibus that makes several changes to statute including a…
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January 18, 2023 at 4:03 PM

2023 Illinois Tax Filing Season Begins January 23

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release Date: January 17, 2023 Contacts: Maura Kownacki312.814.17772023 Illinois Tax Filing Season Begins January 23 Taxpayers encouraged to use improved, free tax-filing system CHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) will begin accepting 2022 state i…
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January 17, 2023 at 11:09 PM

January is 'Radon Action Month' in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 17, 2023Public Information Officer Kevin T. Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] is 'Radon Action Month' in IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – Radon is a naturally-occurring element which is undetectable from human senses. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) …
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January 17, 2023 at 10:58 PM

IDOT and CDOT reach agreement to streamline implementation of safety improvements

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                                                    CONTACT: Jan. 17, 2023                                                                              Maria Castaneda (IDOT) 312.447.1919                                                                    …
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January 17, 2023 at 9:59 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for County Solid Waste Planning

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 17, 2023Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for County Solid Waste Planning$500,000 Available to Assist in Implementing Solid Waste Planning ObligationsSPRINGFIELD —Illinois Envi…
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January 17, 2023 at 9:35 PM

Illinois EPA Announces $4 Million in Loan Forgiveness to the City of Sycamore to Replace Lead Service Lines

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 17, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces $4 Million in Loan Forgiveness to the City of Sycamore to Replace Lead Service LinesSPRINGFIELD – Illinois EPA Director John J. Kim today announced $4,111,200 mill…
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January 17, 2023 at 9:10 PM

Illinois Human Services Seeks to Educate SNAP Households to Prepare for USDA’s Return of SNAP Benefits to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:January 17, 2023Contact: Marisa [email protected] [email protected] Human Services Seeks to Educate SNAP Households to Prepare for USDA’s Return of SNAP Benefits to Pre-Pandemic Levels Illinois Supplemen…
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January 17, 2023 at 8:28 PM

Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Releases Comprehensive Transition Team Report

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 17, 2023Henry Haupt: [email protected] of State Alexi Giannoulias Releases Comprehensive Transition Team ReportReport serves as a road map to modernize the office, transform operations, and upgrade services Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoul…
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January 17, 2023 at 7:48 PM

IDPH Reports 59 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, January 13, 2023CONTACT:Melaney Arnold – [email protected] Reports 59 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Illinoisans Urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu and to Stay Home and Seek …
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January 17, 2023 at 7:29 PM

Department on Aging Seeks Nominations for Senior Illinoisan Hall of Fame

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                     CONTACT: Jan. 17, 2023                                                                                              Iris Schweier                                                          …
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January 17, 2023 at 6:51 PM

Governor Pritzker Proclaims January 16-22 Community Risk Reduction Week in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release                                                                             Contact: Date: January 16, 2023                                                                             JC Fultz                                                               …
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January 13, 2023 at 10:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Six Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Six Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his a…
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January 13, 2023 at 10:00 PM

Secretary of State Offices to Close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 13, 2023Beth Kaufman: [email protected] Secretary of State Offices to Close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced that all offices and facilities will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.• …
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January 13, 2023 at 9:12 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Appointments to Four State Agencies

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces Appointments to Four State AgenciesSpringfield—As Governor Pritzker begins his second term in office, the administration has announced the following personnel appoint…
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January 13, 2023 at 9:02 PM

IBHE increases number of nursing school grants and nurse educator fellowships awarded

Illinois e-News ReleaseContact: José García| 773.758.4955 Cell | [email protected] IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 13, 2023IBHE increases number of nursing school grants and nurse educator fellowships awardedAwards and fellowships will help meet healthcare workforce needs in IllinoisSPRINGFIELD – The Illi…
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January 13, 2023 at 8:36 PM

Gov. Pritzker Invited to World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Invited to World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in DavosGovernor to Speak on Panels Concerning Energy and Climate, Infrastructure and Legislative AchievementsChicago— Governor Pritz…
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January 13, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton's Statement On Reproductive Rights Protections Signed Into Law

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, January 13, 2023CONTACT: [email protected]. Governor Stratton's Statement On Reproductive Rights Protections Signed Into LawSpringfield — In Illinois, we protect the right to bodily autonomy. The sweeping legislation signed into law today …
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January 13, 2023 at 7:33 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Sweeping Reproductive Rights Protections Into Law

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Sweeping Reproductive Rights Protections Into LawLegislation protects health care providers from legal action, expands guaranteed insurance coverage, and increases reproducti…
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January 13, 2023 at 7:05 PM

IDPH Reports 59 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, January 13, 2023CONTACT:Melaney Arnold – [email protected] Reports 59 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Illinoisans Urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu and to Stay Home and Seek …
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January 13, 2023 at 4:33 PM

IDOI Announces January 15th Enrollment Deadline for the ACA Health Insurance Marketplace

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 13, 2023 MEDIA [email protected] Announces January 15th Enrollment Deadline for the ACA Health Insurance Marketplace The Open Enrollment Period ends SundayChicago – The last day of the Open Enrollment Period for the ACA Health…
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January 12, 2023 at 6:32 PM

State tackling harmful Lake Michigan shoreline erosion at Illinois Beach State Park

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Jan. 12, 2023ContactsIllinois Department of Natural Resources: [email protected] Capital Development Board: [email protected] tackling harmful Lake Michigan shoreline erosion at Illinois Beach State ParkTwo pro…
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January 12, 2023 at 4:58 PM

Governor Pritzker Celebrates Construction Milestone at the Veterans' Home at Quincy

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, January 12, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Celebrates Construction Milestone at the Veterans' Home at QuincyNew renovations create state-of-the-art residential long-term care and independent living facilities for Illi…
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January 12, 2023 at 4:17 PM

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ENFORCEMENT LEADS TO DRAMATIC DECREASE IN CHICAGO AREA EXPRESSWAY SHOOTINGS IN 2022

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2023 CONTACT: ISP Public Information [email protected] STATE POLICE ENFORCEMENT LEADS TO DRAMATIC DECREASE IN CHICAGO AREA EXPRESSWAY SHOOTINGS IN 2022Expressway shootings down 47%, injury shootings down 50%, homicid…
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January 12, 2023 at 4:04 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Highlights Local Emphasis Program Focusing on Food Processors

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2023 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Highlights Local Emphasis Program Focusing on Food ProcessorsEmployers Encouraged to Utilize On-Site Safety and Health Consultation ProgramSPRINGFIE…
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January 11, 2023 at 10:48 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement on the Passage of Paid Leave for All Workers Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Statement on the Passage of Paid Leave for All Workers ActSpringfield—Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement on the passage of SB208, the Paid Leave for All …
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January 11, 2023 at 8:32 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces a $500,000 fine for Quartz Health Insurance Corporation for Violation of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 11, 2023MEDIA [email protected] Administration Announces a $500,000 fine for Quartz Health Insurance Corporation for Violation of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity ActChicago – The Illinois Department of Insura…
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January 11, 2023 at 8:10 PM

Illinois State Museum to host Native American Sovereignty Series

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan. 11, 2023 For more information contact:Jamila WicksC: [email protected] State Museum to host Native American Sovereignty SeriesFirst panel discussion, “The Legacies of Removal,” is Jan. 19SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State …
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January 11, 2023 at 7:47 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton's Statement on the Inauguration of the 103rd General Assembly

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, January 11th, 2023CONTACT: [email protected]. Governor Stratton's Statement on the Inauguration of the 103rd General AssemblySpringfield — New and returning voices are joining us to build the road ahead. Congratulations to members of th…
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January 11, 2023 at 7:32 PM

New State Water Plan spotlights 13 critical water-related challenges for Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, Jan. 11, [email protected] State Water Plan spotlights 13 critical water-related challenges for IllinoisSocial justice, climate change impacts integrated into plan for first timeSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Water P…
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January 11, 2023 at 6:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement on the Inauguration of 103rd General Assembly

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Statement on the Inauguration of 103rd General AssemblySpringfield—Governor Pritzker issued the following statement regarding today’s inauguration of members of the 103rd…
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January 11, 2023 at 2:55 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Banning Assault Weapons and Sale of High-Capacity Magazines

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, January 10, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation Banning Assault Weapons and Sale of High-Capacity MagazinesIllinois Becomes Ninth State to Institute Assault Weapons BanSPRINGFIELD – Standing alongside lawmaker…
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January 10, 2023 at 9:47 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on Passage of the Protect Illinois Communities Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, January 10, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on Passage of the Protect Illinois Communities ActSpringfield — Gun violence impacts us all. In Illinois, we are saying “enough is enough” to the trauma and pain …
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January 10, 2023 at 9:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker's Statement On The Passage of Protect Illinois Communities Act Banning Assault Weapons

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, January 10, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker's Statement On The Passage of Protect Illinois Communities Act Banning Assault WeaponsSPRINGFIELD– Following the passage of the assault weapons ban by both the House and Senate, G…
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January 10, 2023 at 7:10 PM

Newly Installed Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Issues Comprehensive Executive Ethics Order

Illinois e-News ReleaseJanuary 9, 2023Henry Haupt: [email protected] Installed Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias Issues Comprehensive Executive Ethics OrderKeeping a promise he made during his campaign, new Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias signed a wide-ranging Execut…
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January 10, 2023 at 6:04 PM

The Discovery Partners Institute and the Illinois Department of Public Health launch an online COVID-19 tracker

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASETuesday, January 10, 2023Media Contact: Discovery Partners InstituteLauryn [email protected]  (312) 585-9168The Discovery Partners Institute and the Illinois Department of Public Health launch an online COVID-19 trackerThe new website enables Illin…
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January 9, 2023 at 10:03 PM

Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on the Inauguration of the Pritzker/Stratton Administration’s Second Term

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, January 9, 2023CONTACT: [email protected] Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on the Inauguration of the Pritzker/Stratton Administration’s Second Term Springfield — Today, I am proud to begin a second term as Lieutenant Governor of Illinois. …
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January 9, 2023 at 6:21 PM

Gov. Pritzker Embarks on Second Term with Renewed Optimism and Hope for Illinois’ Future

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Embarks on Second Term with Renewed Optimism and Hope for Illinois’ FutureMonday, January 9th, 2023 *Remarks As Prepared For Delivery* During the campaign last year, I drove all ac…
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January 9, 2023 at 5:11 PM

IDOC Launches Data Indicator Tool in Partnership with the Women’s Justice Institute and New York University Marron Institute

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: January 9, 2023 Contact: Naomi Puzzello, [email protected] Launches Data Indicator Tool in Partnership with the Women’s Justice Institute and New York University Marron InstituteSpringfield, IL – Today, January 9, 2023, the Illinois Departm…
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January 9, 2023 at 3:41 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action: Bill Number: SB1720Description: Amends the FY 2023 Budget Implementation Act. Action: SignedEffective: I…
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January 6, 2023 at 10:24 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces Second Term Agency Transitions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Pritzker Announces Second Term Agency TransitionsSpringfield—As Governor Pritzker concludes his first term in office and approaches his second inauguration, the administration announced …
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January 6, 2023 at 9:45 PM

Honoring Illinois' Fallen

Illinois e-News ReleaseHonoring Illinois' FallenThe 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:Firefighter Chief Peasleyof t…
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January 6, 2023 at 7:04 PM

IDPH Reports 73 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 6, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Reports 73 Illinois Counties at an Elevated Community Level for COVID-19Illinoisans Urged to Get Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 & Flu and to Stay Home and Seek Treatment Immediately if Sick CHICAGO…
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January 6, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Record-Setting Year for Adult Use Cannabis Sales

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release: January 6, 2023Contact: Chris [email protected] Administration Announces Record-Setting Year for Adult Use Cannabis SalesCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation announced today that 2022 set ad…
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January 6, 2023 at 2:23 PM

Gov. Pritzker’s Statement On House Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, January 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker’s Statement On House ActionSPRINGFIELD – Following the Illinois House of Representatives taking action on several bills today, Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement.Fo…
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January 5, 2023 at 6:02 PM

Jesse White Announces Organ/Tissue Donor Registry Hits 7.5 Million Registrants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:                                                    For More Information Contact:January 5, 2023                                                                   Beth Kaufman:312-814-8301                                                                   …