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June 15, 2023 at 5:12 PM

Illinois Payroll Jobs Up, Unemployment Rate Down in May

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: June 15, 2023 CONTACT: Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Illinois Payroll Jobs Up, Unemployment Rate Down in MaySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemployment rate fell -0.1 percentage…

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June 15, 2023 at 4:21 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $6 Million in Funding for Energy Transition Navigators Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2023 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Governor Pritzker Announces $6 Million in Funding for Energy Transition Navigators Program Eligible Community-Based Providers Can Apply to Serve as Energy Transition NavigatorsSPRINGFIELD – Governor JB …

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June 15, 2023 at 1:16 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Secures Significant Win for Workers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2023 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Secures Significant Win for WorkersEmployer ordered to pay $148,600CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) secured a judgment against India B…

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June 14, 2023 at 6:16 PM

Pritzker Administration Launches Home Illinois Anti-Homelessness Initiative

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 14, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Administration Launches Home Illinois Anti-Homelessness InitiativeHousing advocates, community leaders, and experts gathered at an inaugural summit to address homelessness in IllinoisCH…

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June 13, 2023 at 9:17 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Statewide Partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Statewide Partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library All Children in Illinois can Receive Free Books Mailed to Their HomeMETRO EAST — Today, Governor JB Pritzker j…

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June 13, 2023 at 7:54 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for Residential Sharps Collection Program

Illinois e-News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2023   Contact:  Kim Biggs 217-558-1536 [email protected] Illinois EPA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunity for Residential Sharps Collection Program$750,000 Available to Conduct Household Waste Collection and Disposal ProgramSPR…

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June 13, 2023 at 7:33 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Opening of $31 Million Expanded Terminal at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Gov. Pritzker Announces Opening of $31 Million Expanded Terminal at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport $7 million in state funding supports passenger growth, increases airline service opportunitiesMETR…

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June 13, 2023 at 3:35 PM

Gov. Pritzker Joins Missouri Officials to Celebrate Start of New I-270 Chain of Rocks Bridge

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 13, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Joins Missouri Officials to Celebrate Start of New I-270 Chain of Rocks BridgeJoint $531.6 million project will improve safety and mobility along major freight, travel corridorGRANIT…

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June 13, 2023 at 3:16 PM

Double Your Fun at the 2023 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release June 13, 2023 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283Double Your Fun at the 2023 Illinois State FairSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair announced today a new promotion that will give fairgoers a way to double their fun during the 2023 Illinois State F…

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June 12, 2023 at 9:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Five Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 12, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Five Appointments to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his ad…

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June 12, 2023 at 9:06 PM

Lincoln Service schedule change as passenger trains reach 110 mph

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 12, 2023 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Lincoln Service schedule change as passenger trains reach 110 mphChicago-to-St. Louis project reducing travel times, improving safety and serviceCHICAGO – Gov. JB Pritzker and th…

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June 12, 2023 at 8:45 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology supplier diversity office invites vendors to participate in procurement webinar

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 12, 2023 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology supplier diversity office invites vendors to participate in procurement webinar SPRINGFIELD – The supplier diversity of…

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June 12, 2023 at 6:59 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill Making Illinois First State in the Nation to Outlaw Book Bans

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 12, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Bill Making Illinois First State in the Nation to Outlaw Book BansCHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker was joined by Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, Illinois Secretary of State …

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June 12, 2023 at 2:09 PM

Department on Aging Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 12, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness DaySPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) are calling on c…

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June 9, 2023 at 9:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointment in his admini…

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June 9, 2023 at 8:14 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology offers technical details associated with global ransomware attack

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 9, 2023FOR MORE INFORMATION:Jennifer [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology offers technical details associated with global ransomware attackSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Innovation & …

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June 9, 2023 at 6:50 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action: Bill Number: HB 0217Description: Allows Will County to quick-take specified land for road construction with…

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June 9, 2023 at 6:04 PM

IDPH Reports All Illinois Counties are at Low Level for COVID-19 Under New Surveillance System

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 9, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] Reports All Illinois Counties are at Low Level for COVID-19 Under New Surveillance System Next IDPH Update to be Issued July 14CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that …

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June 8, 2023 at 7:18 PM

ILCC Files Emergency Rule Regulating Placement and Display of Co-Branded Alcoholic Beverages in Retail Establishments

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 8, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Files Emergency Rule Regulating Placement and Display of Co-Branded Alcoholic Beverages in Retail EstablishmentsEmergency Rule Filed to Prevent Consumer Confusion Between Alcoholic and Non-Al…

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June 8, 2023 at 6:19 PM

Governor Pritzker Announces $15 Million In New, Competitive Homeownership Assistance Program

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release June 8, 2023 Contact: Andrew Field [email protected] Pritzker Announces $15 Million In New, Competitive Homeownership Assistance Program New Down Payment Assistance Program Provides $10,000 to Make Buying a Home More AffordableCHICAGO – Governor JB …

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June 7, 2023 at 8:47 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action: Bill Number: HB 3817Description: Establishes the FY 2024 Budget Implementation Act, necessary to impleme…

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June 7, 2023 at 8:33 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his admin…

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June 7, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Public Health Officials Warn about a Salmonella Outbreak Affecting NE Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 7, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] Health Officials Warn about a Salmonella Outbreak Affecting NE IllinoisCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is working with local health departments, the CDC and the U.S. Departm…

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June 7, 2023 at 4:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Fifth Balanced Budget

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, June 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Fifth Balanced BudgetFY24 Budget Makes Transformative Investments in Education, Workforce and Economic Development, and Efforts to Fight PovertyCHICAGO – Building on four year…

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June 6, 2023 at 9:48 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: HB 3062Description: Sets a venue for actions asserting constitutional claims against the Stat…

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June 6, 2023 at 9:32 PM

Gov. Pritzker Visits Freeport and the Quad Cities to Highlight Transformative Education Investments in FY24 Budget

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, June 6, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Visits Freeport and the Quad Cities to Highlight Transformative Education Investments in FY24 Budget The Governor’s fifth balanced budget includes historic investments in early childh…

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June 6, 2023 at 6:41 PM

Decatur and Franklin Park Rail Safety Projects Awarded New Funds from the Federal Railroad Administration

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 6, 2023 ICC CONTACTCayli BakerOffice: (312) 793-8841 [email protected] and Franklin Park Rail Safety Projects Awarded New Funds from the Federal Railroad AdministrationSpringfield, IL – The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) commends th…

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June 6, 2023 at 5:29 PM

Fur real...Treats, Toys, and Papers are part of your Purrrrrfect kit for Pet Preparedness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseJune 6, 2023Director Alicia Tate-NadeauPublic Information Officer Kevin Sur217-557-4756 / [email protected] real…Treats, Toys, and Papers are part of your Purrrrrfect kit for Pet Preparedness MonthSpringfield – June is Pet Preparedness Month and the Illinois Emergency …

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June 6, 2023 at 5:03 PM

EARLY CHILDHOOD ACCESS CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY ANNOUNCES EXPANDED ELIGIBILITY FOR ECACE SCHOLARSHIP

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 6, 2023 Contact ISAC: Lynne Baker - 847-831-8024 IBHE: José García - 773-758-4955 ICCB: Matt Berry - 217-785-7411EARLY CHILDHOOD ACCESS CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY ANNOUNCES EXPANDED ELIGIBILITY FOR ECACE SCHOLARSHIPScholarship Program Serves Eligible Work…

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June 6, 2023 at 3:11 PM

IDOA SCHEDULES CLEAN SWEEP COLLECTION IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 6, 2023 CONTACT:June 6, 2023 Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546IDOA SCHEDULES CLEAN SWEEP COLLECTION IN CENTRAL ILLINOISProgram Will Safely Dispose of Unwanted Agricultural PesticidesSPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois residents can dispose of unwanted agrichemical…

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June 6, 2023 at 2:48 PM

Secretary of State Giannoulias Charges Coinbase in Groundbreaking Suit

Illinois e-News ReleaseJune 6, 2023Leen Yassine(773) [email protected] of State Giannoulias Charges Coinbase in Groundbreaking SuitIllinois is among 10 states initiating legal actions against crypto exchange for violating securities lawsIllinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias…

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June 5, 2023 at 9:19 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and CommissionsBuilding on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointments in his admin…

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June 5, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Gov. Pritzker Visits Peoria and Quincy to Highlight FY24 Budget Investments in Poverty Prevention and Higher Education

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, June 5, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Visits Peoria and Quincy to Highlight FY24 Budget Investments in Poverty Prevention and Higher EducationThe Governor’s fifth balanced budget includes historic investments in programs i…

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June 5, 2023 at 7:32 PM

IDPH Providing Air Purifiers to Improve Air Quality in Illinois Head Start Classrooms

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 5, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] Providing Air Purifiers to Improve Air Quality in Illinois Head Start ClassroomsPublic Health Agency is also Providing COVID-19 Antigen Tests; Schools with Clean Air Record Fewer Sick Students and Improv…

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June 5, 2023 at 4:33 PM

Illinois EPA Announces $12.6 Million in Grants for Public Light-Duty Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 5, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces $12.6 Million in Grants for Public Light-Duty Electric Vehicle Charging InfrastructureGrants will fund 348 new EV fast charging ports at 87 Illinois locationsSPRINGFIEL…

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June 5, 2023 at 3:05 PM

DCFS Welcomes Applicants to Inaugural On-the-Spot Hiring Event in Rockford

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 5, 2023 MEDIA CONTACTHeather [email protected] Welcomes Applicants to Inaugural On-the-Spot Hiring Event in RockfordProcess expedites hiring process for qualified candidates up to 80 percent ROCKFORD, Ill. – Today jo…

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June 2, 2023 at 10:02 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, June 2, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces One Appointment to Boards and Commissions Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the following appointment in his admini…

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June 1, 2023 at 10:01 PM

Gov. Pritzker Visits Carbondale and Fairfield to Highlight FY24 Budget

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Visits Carbondale and Fairfield to Highlight FY24 Budget The Governor’s fifth balanced budget includes historic investments in higher education and early childhood CARBONDALE— Today,…

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June 1, 2023 at 9:23 PM

Illinois EPA Issues an Air Quality Alert for Friday

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseJune 01, 2023Illinois EPA Issues an Air Quality Alert for FridayWarm, dry, and sunny conditions, along with increasing drought conditions contributing to increased ground-level ozone SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director John …

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June 1, 2023 at 8:58 PM

Renewal Fee Waivers for 1A Retailers to End on June 30th

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 1, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Fee Waivers for 1A Retailers to End on June 30thILCC’s yearlong renewal fee waiver program coming to an endThe Illinois Liquor Control Commission’s (ILCC) renewal fee waiver program for …

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June 1, 2023 at 8:08 PM

IDPH Reports First Mosquito Batches of 2023 to Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Park Ridge and Evanston

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 1, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] IDPH Reports First Mosquito Batches of 2023 to Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Park Ridge and Evanston CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has confirmed the first three batches …

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June 1, 2023 at 7:48 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces New Manufacturing Facility in Southern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleasePress Release - Thursday, June 01, 2023Gov. Pritzker Announces New Manufacturing Facility in Southern IllinoisBolstered by a REV Illinois incentive package, Manner Polymers plans to invest $54 million and create more than 60 jobs for the Southern Illinois regionMOUNT VERNON - …

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June 1, 2023 at 7:25 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Appointment of Sanjay Gupta as Secretary of the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Appointment of Sanjay Gupta as Secretary of the Illinois Department of Innovation and TechnologyGovernor also promotes Brandon Ragle to Deputy SecretarySPRINGFIELD – Govern…

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June 1, 2023 at 6:33 PM

Illinois Department of Labor Recognizes Safety Initiatives in June

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 1, 2023 Contact: Paul Cicchini [email protected] Department of Labor Recognizes Safety Initiatives in JuneThe month is used to highlight efforts to prevent injury and death in the workplaceSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Depar…

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June 1, 2023 at 5:13 PM

IDOI Announces “Online Only” Applications and Payments for all Insurance Producer and Agent Licensing

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 1, 2023 MEDIA [email protected] Announces “Online Only” Applications and Payments for all Insurance Producer and Agent Licensing Beginning July 1, 2023, Paper Applications and Checks Will No Longer Be AcceptedChicago – The Illino…

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June 1, 2023 at 4:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces New Manufacturing Facility in Southern Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, June 1, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces New Manufacturing Facility in Southern Illinois Bolstered by a REV Illinois incentive package, Manner Polymers plans to invest $54 million and create more than 60 jobs for …

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June 1, 2023 at 3:38 PM

It’s Not a Game: Safe driving campaign reboots for Year 2

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 1, 2023 CONTACT: Paul Wappel 217.685.0082 Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919It’s Not a Game: Safe driving campaign reboots for Year 2‘There are no extra lives, no respawns and no second chances to get it right’SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Tran…

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May 31, 2023 at 9:08 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, May 31, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action: Bill Number: SB 89Description: Amends the Illinois Insurance Code.Action: SignedEffective: Immediately T…

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May 31, 2023 at 8:13 PM

Gov. Pritzker Visits Springfield and Champaign to Highlight Transformative Education Investments in FY24 Budget

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, May 31, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Visits Springfield and Champaign to Highlight Transformative Education Investments in FY24 BudgetThe Governor’s fifth balanced budget includes historic investments in higher educati…

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May 31, 2023 at 6:18 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, May 31, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action: Bill Number: HB 2800Description: Allows Menard and McHenry counties to acquire specified land for specif…

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