illinois general assembly

The SAFE-T act now includes provisions to allow criminals charged before the effective date on Jan. 1st to be charged under the new SAFE-T Act rules. #safe-tact

“This is a negotiated plan that will bring needed transparency and clear up issues between municipalities and the utilities that serve their communities,” DeLuca said. #deluca

House Bill 1095 further clarifies and makes consistent all language pertaining to what prosecutors must show to detain an individual, which is that the person poses a real and present threat to any person or the community, based on specific articulable facts of the case.

"Bringing all voices to the table is how we build the path to justice. During the 2022 veto session, lawmakers dug in to collaborate on the work that will drive our state forward." #illinoispolitics

“Gun violence is destroying families and communities from East St. Louis to Highland Park to Chicago, and this moment demands urgency,” said Rep. Morgan. #guncontrol

The list of bills includes ceremonial legislation such as measures to change the name of roads to honor members of the community, but the list also includes substantive legislation. #consentcalendar

OpEd: Senator Patrick Joyce (November) (Essex, IL) — We take time each November to give thanks. This year, I am extra thankful in many ways. #senatorjoyce

Before the election, Democrats promised to take up the legislation during fall veto session, but have vowed not to make major changes to the bill. #safe-tact

“I want to extend my greatest gratitude to these individuals who keep our communities safe,” said Joyce. #senatorjoyce

To support the families of fallen first responders, State Senator Patrick Joyce signed on as a chief co-sponsor to a new state initiative to ensure line-of-duty benefits are adequately funded. #lineofduty