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With food prices increasing and overall higher inflation, there is no doubt that this will impact many individuals (of all ages) in our communities – forcing them to make decisions between food, life-saving prescriptions, healthcare, property taxes and related housing costs. #pathlights

“I continue to gain the support of key Republicans in the state and district,” stated Grasso. “I sense our campaign is gaining momentum and I feel extremely good about our chances of success in June.”

This legislation requires the ICC to provide a landowner notice via certified mail, rather than registered mail, of a utility's plan to construct a high voltage electric service line across their property. The cost of certified mail starts at $3.75. #patrickjoyce

“We welcome the mask optional policy as another step in our return to a normal learning environment in Dolton 149 schools.”

“As lifetime FFA member myself, I am proud to champion legislation that has full support across the board,” said Joyce. “FFA taught me so many valuable lessons that I still hold and apply to my life as a farmer and state senator – and I want to provide those same opportunities for other students across our state.” #FFA

ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly provided an update on placement of license plate cameras along nearby interstates to catch criminals involved in shootings. There also was discussion of efforts by local task forces on major crimes and carjacking, support needed for local police and anti-violence programs, and discussion about enforcement, funding and potential legislative solutions in Springfield. #isp

The Ten Shared Principles were first created by the Illinois NAACP and the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police in 2018 to improve policing throughout the state and ensure all individuals are treated with dignity and respect by law enforcement.

"Children across Illinois have far too long paid the price for a lack of comprehensive mental and behavioral health care in this state," said State Senator Karina Villa. #children

The indictment seeks forfeiture from Muhammad of approximately $100,000.  Arraignment in federal court in Chicago has not yet been scheduled. #harveypolicedepartment

“Illinois EPA is working closely with the Attorney General’s office to provide necessary evidence on the extent of PFAS contamination that has impacted ground and surface waters,” said Illinois EPA Director John J. Kim. #EPA