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Tech

Governor Pritzker Proclaims April as Innovation and Technology Month in Illinois

Silence DoGood - April 1, 2022

Illinois is committed to the development of building a highly trained workforce capable of filling future IT jobs through the strengthening of K-12 curriculum and postsecondary education opportunities. #DoIT

Politics

Governor Pritzker Announces Executed Agreement for the Sale of the James R. Thompson Center (JRTC)

Silence DoGood - March 31, 2022

"I'm pleased to announce that we have finalized a purchase sales agreement for the James R. Thompson Center, not only saving taxpayers $800 million but also adding vitality to Chicago's LaSalle Street corridor by honoring the original design through a modern lens," said Governor JB Pritzker. #thompsoncenter

Community

Governor Pritzker Launches Initiative to Improve Behavioral Health Services for Children

Silence DoGood - March 20, 2022

"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

Community

Governor Pritzker Announces the 2022 Order of Lincoln Recipients

Silence DoGood - March 13, 2022

The Lincoln Academy is delighted to recognize outstanding individuals with the Order of Lincoln," said Frank Clark, chancellor of the Academy. #orderoflincoln

Politics

Anna Valencia Wants to Continue to Open Doors and Opportunities

Ernst Lamothe - March 10, 2022

“You take my own story. When I grew up in Granite City down in southern Illinois, I didn't have a lot of people that looked like me in government service, I didn't know that was an opportunity. They didn't have a booth at your career day that talked about people going into public service. #secretaryofstate

Politics

Pritzker Administration Recognizes Illinois High Schools Honored for Class of 2021 Financial Aid Application Completions

Silence DoGood - March 3, 2022

"I'm proud that Illinois is one of the top states in the nation for FAFSA completion - an achievement that wouldn't be possible without leaders in our school communities advocating for their students," said Governor JB Pritzker. #isac

Community

New Retailers Come on Board for SNAP Recipients to Buy Food Online and Shop Right from Their Mobile Device

Silence DoGood - February 13, 2022

"This latest round of expansion for online SNAP retailers is helping make that a reality for thousands of SNAP customers across the state." #SNAPBenefits

Politics

Illinois Emerges as Regional and National Leader in Startup Creation in 2021

Silence DoGood - February 6, 2022

Report that shows Illinois is leading the Midwest, and is among the top ten states nationally, in business startups #Business

Community

Governor Pritzker Kicks Off ‘Illinois Works’ Pre-Apprenticeship Program to Prepare Students for Jobs in the Construction Trades

Silence DoGood - February 1, 2022

Comprehensive pre-apprenticeship programs can help participants gain admission to apprenticeship programs, which provide a greater opportunity to obtain employment in the construction trades. #constructiontrades

Politics

Legislators, Advocates, Urge Gov. Pritzker to Include Earned Income Credit Expansion in FY22 Budget

Silence DoGood - January 31, 2022

Advocates urged the inclusion of a bill (SB3774 Aquino/ HB4920 Ammons) that would expand Earned Income Credit (EIC) eligibility, include a new state Child Tax Credit, and increase the amount of credit available to each low-income filer. #earnedincometaxcredit

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