“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
"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
"This latest round of expansion for online SNAP retailers is helping make that a reality for thousands of SNAP customers across the state."
#SNAPBenefits
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
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
“So if I am to be removed, let us tell the truth on what is going on here... I am being targeted because I refuse to accept government overreach in America, especially in our state of Illinois,” said Cruz.
#RobCruz