Despite new federal data showing Illinois’ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) error rate continuing to climb, the Pritzker Administration has launched a program offering one-time payments to certain households that recently lost their SNAP benefits, with a cost of $70 million to taxpayers for fiscal year […]
Bipartisan legislation seeking to expand recognition for Illinois veterans was recently signed into law. House Bill 4385 allows eligible veterans and military honorees to receive a second set of military specialty license plates under the same eligibility requirements as their first set. Previously, Illinois law limited eligible veterans […]
Legislation to strengthen standards for Illinois assisted living facilities was signed into law on July 24. House Bill 3392 updates the Assisted Living and Shared Housing Act by improving the admission process for new residents, modernizing care standards, and strengthening accountability for facilities. The law requires […]
Recently signed legislation makes it easier for consumers to use cash for common, everyday purchases. House Bill 4592 creates the Retail Cash Payment Act, requiring businesses such as gas stations, grocery stores, pharmacies, and restaurants to accept cash for in-person transactions under $500. The law is […]
Legislation was recently signed into law to strengthen transparency and accountability in DCFS investigations involving allegations of child abuse or neglect. House Bill 4242, sponsored by Senator Darby Hills, amends the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act by requiring DCFS to include additional information in written […]