On May 8, Senate lawmakers heard testimony on new legislation to improve accessibility and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities and their caregivers in public spaces. Senate Bill 2908, also known as Sami’s Law, would require certain public buildings, such as the State Capitol building and state […]
The Illinois Senate recently advanced legislation to formally recognize the United States Space Force as an official branch of the United States Armed Forces. House Bill 5640, sponsored by Senator Tom Bennett, changes state law to include the Space Force wherever the Armed Forces are mentioned. […]
To enhance the safety of minors across the state, Senate Republicans have introduced a bill that mandates public posting of child abuse reporting information in various public establishments. House Bill 4350 requires establishments to display a notice, developed by the Department of Children and Family Services […]
Raising awareness of the challenges faced by those living with mental health conditions, the month of May has been designated as Mental Health Awareness Month. Established in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month was created to reduce the stigma around mental illness and educate the public about […]
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (IDCEO) is offering grant funding to boost economic growth in downtown areas throughout the state. The IDCEO recently announced $30 million in grant funding for the Rebuild Illinois Downtowns and Main Streets Capital (RDMS) and Research in Illinois […]
In response to the growing number of dangerous incidents involving suspects fleeing from police and endangering motorists, Senate Republican lawmakers gathered with local law enforcement representatives to unveil new legislation designed to hold suspects accountable in these situations. Senate Bill 1807, proposed by Senate Republican Leader […]
Officers who gave their lives in the line of duty were honored at the annual Police Officer Memorial Ceremony on May 2nd at the State Capitol complex in Springfield. Joined by their loved ones and colleagues from various law enforcement agencies statewide, attendees gather to recognize […]
During the week Republican lawmakers stood in defiance of a controversial new law that will drastically change the state’s election laws in the middle of an election cycle that has already started to favor entrenched incumbents and reduce competition at the ballot box. Senate Bill 2412, […]
The Illinois Senate has passed legislation in response to a deadly accident in the 54th Senate District involving a tanker carrying 7,500 gallons of anhydrous ammonia that killed 5 people and injured 11. State Senator Steve McClure (R-Springfield) filed the legislation at the request of Effingham […]
The Illinois State Police (ISP) recently welcomed nine new troopers from Cadet Class 146 into the ISP family. The graduation ceremony took place at the Illinois State Police Academy in Springfield on April 12. Cadet Class 146 underwent a demanding 28-week program that covered various aspects […]