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Rep. Haas Recognizes National Foster Care Month 2023

Silence DoGood - May 23, 2023

DCFS aims to reunite children with their birth families, but when reunification is not possible as determined by the courts, many foster families choose to adopt their foster children. #fostercare

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Chicago to Receive Federal Help to Combat Homelessness

Silence DoGood - May 22, 2023

The Chicago Coalition of the Homeless now counts more than 65,000 homeless individuals across the city. #homeless

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Advocates Praise Senate Bill 1701 Passage as Critical Step Forward for Illinois Soil and Water Health

Silence DoGood - May 19, 2023

The legislation sends a strong message that Illinois must accelerate its efforts to protect soil health and prevent nutrient losses. #soil

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Village of Orland Park to Host Memorial Day Ceremony

Silence DoGood - May 18, 2023

The names of the five veterans that have been recently added to the Village’s granite wall will be read aloud during the ceremony. #memorialday

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Senate South Suburban Corridor Members Celebrate New Airport, Bringing Jobs and Revenue to the Area

Silence DoGood - May 18, 2023

“This new facility will help establish the Southland as an economic hub for generations to come,” Senator Michael E. Hastings (D-Frankfort) said. #southsuburbanarport

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Free Mental Health Wellness Fair at Northwestern Medicine Orland Park on May 22

Silence DoGood - May 18, 2023

The program includes a special presentation by psychiatrist Adnan Arif, MD, titled “Understanding the biology and psychology of anxiety and how to cope with it.” #mentalhealth

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Rep. Haas Honors Police Officers during National Police Week

Silence DoGood - May 17, 2023

According to Office Down Memorial Page, there were 246 line of duty deaths in 2022. #police

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U.S. Supreme Court Leaves Assault Weapons Ban in Place, for Now

Silence DoGood - May 17, 2023

Wednesday’s decision from the U.S. Supreme Court upholds both denials. #gunban #assaultweapons

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Haas Receives Legislator of the Year Award from IACAA

Silence DoGood - May 17, 2023

The Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies is a membership organization and serves as the backbone for training, technical assistance, and advocacy efforts. #jackiehaas #ilga

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Illinois Congressman Jonathan Jackson and Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski Call on USDA to Combat the Rising Amount of Food Deserts