Illinois legislature

Even with major progress on insulin affordability, many people with diabetes struggle under the weight of a costly system.

“We’re talking about hundreds of individuals with pending criminal cases who are supposed to be monitored, yet many are now unaccounted for. Families across Illinois deserve to know that public safety systems are working, and right now, confidence in this system is shaken.” #monitoring #cookcounty #patricksheehan

As sent to the House, Senate Bill 939 would require a school to expel any student who sexually assaults another student or makes an attempt to while at school. #bill #expel

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

“We’ve flipped seats, built stronger coalitions, and expanded our reach,” she said. “Four years and three successful galas later, our party has gotten bigger, better and stronger.” #democratic #politics

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The commission, established to promote equity in state procurement, has come under criticism from the caucus, which claims participation has declined under its oversight. The group also raised concerns about commissioner salaries, alleging members are paid $150,000 annually. #funds #taxpayers #commission

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

“We impose a motor fuel tax across the state that was adjusted six years ago, seven years ago now, in 2019, but then we impose a sales tax on top of that motor fuel tax,” Spain said. #tax #gas

Davis said the measure is designed to tackle ongoing staffing shortages while opening the door for younger adults seeking alternatives to college. #firefighter #bill