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August 17, 2023 at 5:26 PM

Illinois Total Nonfarm Payroll Jobs Reach Record High, Unemployment Rate Stable in July

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR RELEASE: August 17, 2023 CONTACT:Rebecca Cisco | [email protected] Illinois Total Nonfarm Payroll Jobs Reach Record High, Unemployment Rate Stable in JulySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that the unemp…

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August 17, 2023 at 4:37 PM

Jane Byrne, Weber Road interchanges earn top honors

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 17, 2023 CONTACT:Guy Tridgell 312.343.1731Maria Castaneda 312.447.1919 Jane Byrne, Weber Road interchanges earn top honorsCHICAGO – The reconstruction and modernization of the Jane Byrne and Weber Road interchanges have won top honors among Midwest…

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August 16, 2023 at 11:36 PM

SALE OF CHAMPIONS INVESTS IN TOMORROW'S AGRICULTURAL LEADERS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseAugust 16, 2023Contact:Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283SALE OF CHAMPIONS INVESTS IN TOMORROW'S AGRICULTURAL LEADERSGovernor JB Pritzker and First Lady MK Pritzker Donate $105,000 SPRINGFIELD, IL – Being in the Governor's Sale of Champions is something all live…

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August 16, 2023 at 9:03 PM

IDPH, Illinois EPA & Shelby County Health Department Investigating Cluster of Legionnaires’ Cases in Findlay

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 16, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govIDPH, Illinois EPA & Shelby County Health Department Investigating Cluster of Legionnaires’ Cases in FindlaySPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is w…

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August 16, 2023 at 7:36 PM

EARLY CHILDHOOD ACCESS CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY RELEASES FIRST ANNUAL REPORT

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2023ContactIllinois Board of Higher Education: José García - 773-758-4955Illinois Community College Board: Matt Berry - 217-785-7411Illinois Student Assistance Commission: Lynne Baker - 847-831-8024EARLY CHILDHOOD ACCESS CONSORTIUM FOR EQUITY R…

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August 16, 2023 at 7:15 PM

Gov. Pritzker Vetoes Legislation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, August 16, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Vetoes LegislationSPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker vetoed the following legislation: House Bill 3445 – Amendatory VetoHouse Bill 3445 is an omnibus energy bill that make…

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August 15, 2023 at 8:09 PM

President Biden approves Gov. Pritzker’s Illinois Disaster Declaration for July 2023 Severe Weather, Unlocking Federal Individual Assistance

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, August 15, 2023 CONTACT [email protected] Biden approves Gov. Pritzker’s Illinois Disaster Declaration for July 2023 Severe Weather, Unlocking Federal Individual Assistance FEMA’s individual assistance could include grants for…

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August 15, 2023 at 7:58 PM

USDA SECRETARY VILSACK ISSUES ADDITIONAL DROUGHT DISASTER DESIGNATIONS IN ILLINOIS

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2023 CONTACT:Krista Lisser (217) 670-9283 USDA SECRETARY VILSACK ISSUES ADDITIONAL DROUGHT DISASTER DESIGNATIONS IN ILLINOISSPRINGFIELD, IL – USDA Secretary Vilsack issued a disaster declaration for Fulton, Mason and Tazewell counties for droug…

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August 14, 2023 at 9:13 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Three Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 14, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Three 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…

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August 14, 2023 at 5:12 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill Expanding Excused Absences for Work-Based Learning Events

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 14, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Bill Expanding Excused Absences for Work-Based Learning EventsSpringfield—Today Governor JB Pritzker signed HB3814 into law, allowing students attending work-based learning ev…

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August 14, 2023 at 2:31 PM

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screenings

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 14, 2023CONTACT:Dominique [email protected] Department of Juvenile Justice to host job screenings SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) will host employment screening events for its Juvenile Justi…

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August 14, 2023 at 1:21 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Action to Hold Gun Manufacturers Accountable

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 14, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Action to Hold Gun Manufacturers AccountableCHICAGO — Building on historic action to protect Illinoisans from gun violence and just a day after the Illinois Supreme Court uphe…

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August 11, 2023 at 9:39 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Two Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Two 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 a…

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August 11, 2023 at 9:32 PM

Joint Statement from Illinois Department of Public Health and Illinois Department of Human Services

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 11, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Statement from Illinois Department of Public Health and Illinois Department of Human ServicesDirector Vohra, Secretary Hou react to Illinois Su…

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August 11, 2023 at 9:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:   Bill Number: HB0219 Description: Provides for the possibility of recovering punitive damages in wrongf…

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August 11, 2023 at 7:11 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Expanding Hospitality Opportunities in Gaming Industry for Formerly Incarcerated Illinoisans

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation Expanding Hospitality Opportunities in Gaming Industry for Formerly Incarcerated Illinoisans SB 1462 allows the Illinois Gaming Board to consider individual circum…

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August 11, 2023 at 6:36 PM

IDPH Reports all Illinois Counties at Low Level for COVID-19

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFriday, August 11, 2023CONTACT:Melaney Arnold – [email protected] Reports all Illinois Counties at Low Level for COVID-19 Public Health Department is Closely Monitoring Broad Acute Respiratory Illness Data, Including COVID-19, Flu…

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August 11, 2023 at 6:21 PM

Gov. Pritzker Vetoes Legislation

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Vetoes LegislationSPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker vetoed the following legislation: Senate Bill 76 – VetoSenate Bill 76 removes the moratorium on new construction of nucle…

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August 11, 2023 at 6:15 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Creating a Grant Program for Students Majoring in Technology Fields

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation Creating a Grant Program for Students Majoring in Technology FieldsHB 1378 allows students in IT fields to receive a grant amount up to the total cost of attendanc…

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August 11, 2023 at 6:03 PM

Internal Review Identifies Additional Federal Match Owed to State For Developmental Disability Services Provided

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUG. 11, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govInternal Review Identifies Additional Federal Match Owed to State For Developmental Disability Services ProvidedFollowing a comprehensive internal review of federal revenue reimbursem…

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August 11, 2023 at 2:55 PM

Gov. Pritzker Issues Statement on IL Supreme Court Ruling Upholding the Protect Illinois Communities Act

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 11, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Issues Statement on IL Supreme Court Ruling Upholding the Protect Illinois Communities ActCHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement in response to the Illinois S…

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August 11, 2023 at 1:38 PM

Illinois DCFS Welcomes Foster and Adoptive Families, Shares Safety Messages and Recruits Potential Employees During the 2023 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 11, 2023Contact: Deborah LopezIllinois DCFS312-937-0050Illinois DCFS Welcomes Foster and Adoptive Families, Shares Safety Messages and Recruits Potential Employees During the 2023 Illinois State Fair SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Childre…

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August 10, 2023 at 8:32 PM

Gaming Board Welcomes New Gaming Agents at Police Academy Graduation Ceremony

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release:August 10, 2023For More Information Contact:Beth [email protected] Board Welcomes New Gaming Agents at Police Academy Graduation CeremonyThe Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) welcomed two new gaming agent trainees to the a…

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August 10, 2023 at 5:32 PM

Illinois EPA State Fair Exhibits Promote Energy Education

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 10, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA State Fair Exhibits Promote Energy EducationFairgoers Young and Old Can Learn about Clean Energy, Electric Vehicles, and MoreSPRINGFIELD – Illinois Environmental Protection A…

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August 10, 2023 at 4:33 PM

IDNR launches blueprint to help combat climate change

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 10, 2023Media contact: [email protected] launches blueprint to help combat climate changeGoals include solar installation, electric charging stations in state parks and moreSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Res…

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August 10, 2023 at 3:57 PM

Copi returns to Conservation World for 2023 Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, Aug. 10, 2023Media contact: [email protected] returns to Conservation World for 2023 Illinois State FairSPRINGFIELD – Copi, the new consumer food brand for invasive carp, will return to Conservation World during the 2023 Illinois …

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August 10, 2023 at 3:07 PM

Illinois EPA Announces Dates of Next Electric Vehicle Rebate Program Funding Round

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 10, 2023 Contact: Kim [email protected] EPA Announces Dates of Next Electric Vehicle Rebate Program Funding RoundProgram opening November 1st offers $4,000 rebate for purchase of an all-electric passenger vehicle or $1…

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August 9, 2023 at 8:03 PM

2023 BUTTER COW UNVEILED

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 9, 2023 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546 2023 BUTTER COW UNVEILEDSPRINGFIELD, IL –Illinois State Fair officials unveiled the treasured Butter Cow today in the Dairy Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Using the theme “Harvest the Fun,”…

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August 9, 2023 at 5:29 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Mental Health Center Renamed for Elizabeth Packard

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, August 9, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Announces Mental Health Center Renamed for Elizabeth PackardThe Packard Mental Health Center supports more than 120 patients with serious mental illness in SpringfieldSPRINGFIELD …

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August 9, 2023 at 5:04 PM

ILLINOIS STATE FFA OFFICERS TO LEAD THE 2023 TWILIGHT PARADE

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 9, 2023 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546ILLINOIS STATE FFA OFFICERS TO LEAD THE 2023 TWILIGHT PARADESPRINGFIELD, IL – In a year that saw exponential growth in the youth in agriculture movement, the Illinois State Fair, along with Governor JB P…

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August 9, 2023 at 4:05 PM

UPDATE: Free Immunizations, Physicals, Dental Exams to be Provided for School-Aged Children at State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 9, 2023CONTACT:[email protected] [email protected]: Free Immunizations, Physicals, Dental Exams to be Provided for School-Aged Children at State FairIDPH will also supply free gun locks during the fair in SpringfieldSPRINGFI…

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August 8, 2023 at 8:49 PM

Visit the Illinois Liquor Control Commission at the 2023 Illinois State Fair!

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 8, 2023CONTACT: [email protected] 312-814-4459 Visit the Illinois Liquor Control Commission at the 2023 Illinois State Fair!The ILCC’s Table Will Have Educational Materials, Giveaways, Games, and PrizesThe Illinois Liquor Control Commissi…

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August 8, 2023 at 7:22 PM

Giannoulias Highlights Need For Organ Donation Among Minorities During National Minority Donor Awareness Month

Illinois e-News ReleaseAugust 8, 2023Leen Yassine(773) [email protected] Highlights Need For Organ Donation Among Minorities During National Minority Donor Awareness MonthIn honor of National Minority Donor Awareness Month, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias joined community gr…

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August 8, 2023 at 7:03 PM

Illinois State Fair Announces 2023 Theme Days

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 9, 2023 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546 Illinois State Fair Announces 2023 Theme DaysDouble Your Fun on Thursday; Agriculture Day Moves to First FridaySPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is excited to announce new theme and discount day…

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August 8, 2023 at 6:38 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces $10M in Grants to Strengthen Mental Health Services in Schools

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 8, 2023CONTACT:[email protected]@illinois.govPritzker Administration Announces $10M in Grants to Strengthen Mental Health Services in Schools Youth Agencies Invited to Apply for Funding from American Rescue Plan Act Intended …

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August 8, 2023 at 4:17 PM

Traffic pattern changes for Illinois State Fair

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 8, 2023 CONTACT: Paul Wappel (IDOT) 217.685.0082Krista Lisser (IDOA) 217.670.9283Traffic pattern changes for Illinois State FairNo parking at Lincoln Park, Nelson Center for Aug. 10 Twilight Parade SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transporta…

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August 8, 2023 at 1:49 PM

Illinois Department on Aging to Host Senior Day at the State Fair on Aug. 14

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 8, 2023 CONTACT: [email protected] Department on Aging to Host Senior Day at the State Fair on Aug. 14SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Adults aged 60 and older will receive free admission to the Illinois State Fair on Monday, Aug. 14, with specia…

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August 8, 2023 at 1:37 PM

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology supplier diversity office to host procurement webinar for vendors

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 8, 2023 FOR MORE INFORMATION: Jennifer [email protected] Department of Innovation & Technology supplier diversity office to host procurement webinar for vendors SPRINGFIELD – The supplier diversity office at the I…

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August 8, 2023 at 1:19 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Expanding Racial Classification Categories

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 4, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation Expanding Racial Classification CategoriesCHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker today signed House Bill 3768, expanding racial classification categories when reporting sta…

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August 7, 2023 at 8:47 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Bill to Explore Creation of New State Flag

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Bill to Explore Creation of New State FlagThe Illinois Flag Commission will select potential flags by September 2024CHICAGO — Today, Governor JB Pritzker signed SB1818 which cr…

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August 7, 2023 at 7:06 PM

Harness Racing Kicks off 2023 Grandstand Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFor Immediate Release August 7, 2023 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546Harness Racing Kicks off 2023 Grandstand ActionAll Races Will Feature Illinois Horses SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair Grandstand will host harness racing to kick off the 2023 grandstand calenda…

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August 7, 2023 at 6:58 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Expanding Youth Access to Prosthetics Care

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, August 7, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation Expanding Youth Access to Prosthetics CareIllinois becomes fourth state in nation to pass act SPRINGFIELD – Today, Governor JB Pritzker signed SB 2195, also known a…

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August 7, 2023 at 6:36 PM

Illinois recognizes August as Child Support Awareness Month with Resource Days for Families, charitable fundraisers

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUG. 7, 2023 CONTACT:[email protected] recognizes August as Child Support Awareness Month with Resource Days for Families, charitable fundraisersSPRINGFIELD -- Illinois is marking Child Support Awareness Month this August, and will hold Fam…

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August 7, 2023 at 3:06 PM

FOOD SPECIALS, SMALL PLATES, BIG TASTES AND FEEDING FRENZY RETURN FOR 2023

Illinois e-News Release For Immediate Release August 7, 2023 Contact: Krista Lisser (217) 558-1546 FOOD SPECIALS, SMALL PLATES, BIG TASTES AND FEEDING FRENZY RETURN FOR 2023SPRINGFIELD, IL – There is nothing like the smell and tastes of food at the fair. From sweet to savory there are foods for ever…

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August 7, 2023 at 2:04 PM

IDOL Recognizes Safe + Sound Week

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 7, 2023 Contact:Paul Cicchini [email protected] Recognizes Safe + Sound WeekThe event is used to recognize safe and healthy workplacesSPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL), its Division of Occupational Safet…

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August 4, 2023 at 10:17 PM

Gov. Pritzker Takes Bill Action

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 4, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Takes Bill ActionToday, Governor JB Pritzker took the following bill action:Bill Number: SB1515Description: Amends the Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act. Places restrictions on t…

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August 4, 2023 at 9:49 PM

Gov. Pritzker Announces Five Appointments to Boards and Commissions

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 4, 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 a…

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August 4, 2023 at 8:26 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Bills Expanding Protections for Native Americans in Illinois

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 4, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Bills Expanding Protections for Native Americans in IllinoisCHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker signed three bills today offering increased protections for Native and Indigenous Ill…

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August 4, 2023 at 6:41 PM

Pritzker Administration Announces Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Recipients Across Illinois 54 projects located in non-metropolitan communities to receive $57 million in infrastructure and housing rehabilitation grants

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 04, 2023 DCEO Contact: [email protected] Pritzker Administration Announces Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Recipients Across Illinois 54 projects located in non-metropolitan communities to receive $57 million in infrastructure and ho…

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August 4, 2023 at 6:22 PM

Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Expanding Racial Classification Categories

Illinois e-News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, August 4, 2023 CONTACT [email protected]. Pritzker Signs Legislation Expanding Racial Classification CategoriesCHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker today signed House Bill 3768, expanding racial classification categories when reporting sta…

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