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Party leaders highlighted the significance of the achievement as Illinois Democrats recognize the contributions and growing influence of AANHPI communities across the state. #dpi #democratic

During floor debate, bill sponsor state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, said the measure is designed to shield patients from legal risks in other states. #medical #care #records

While the deal does not include direct funding for the Bears’ stadium, the team has asked for $887 million from the state to spend on infrastructure for the estimated $5 billion project on the former Arlington Park race course. #chicagobears #illinoishouse #tax

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“Coroners are critical in assisting law enforcement and our judicial system,” Joyce said. “By taking care of these employees we can prevent turnover and burnout.” #mentalhealth #senatebill #patrickjoyce

The measure would explicitly ban the use of those metrics as a substitute for quotas and prohibit municipalities from comparing officers based on citation counts. #bill #police

That new funding would be distributed under a formula that sets an adequacy target for each institution and gives priority for new funding to those institutions furthest away from their target. #funding #bill #university

House Bill 4743 would allow the more than 100,000 contract employees of ride-share services – such as Uber and Lyft – in the state to organize, requiring a minimum of 10% of active drivers to begin the process. #bill #union #ride-share

Providers warn that recent actions by pharmaceutical manufacturers restricting how and where discounted medications can be dispensed are threatening the program, forcing hospitals and clinics to make difficult choices and putting patient care at risk in urban, suburban, and rural communities. #healthcare #drug #pricing

The Proviso Township Democrats echoed those concerns, emphasizing the impact property tax assessments have on working families and homeowners, particularly in suburban communities. #cookcounty #endorsement #assesor