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Community

Governor Pritzker Announces $14.7 Million in USDA Grants to Continue to Provide Local Food to Communities

Silence DoGood - January 17, 2025

Under the program, lead agencies such as food banks and non-profit organizations receive grant funds to purchase food from underserved farmers at a fair market value which is then provided at no cost to food-insecure communities. #food

Chicago

Protections for Family Responsibilities in Employment Take Effect January 1

Silence DoGood - December 27, 2024

“This law not only provides protections but also recognizes the complex lives of working people and helps create more supportive and compassionate workplaces.” #employment

Chicago

New Law Expands Reproductive Rights

Silence DoGood - December 26, 2024

“This law makes it clear: no one should face discrimination for making personal decisions about their reproductive health. Whether it’s fertility care or abortion, your choices are your own, and your rights are protected.” #law

Public Notices

Illinois Minimum Wage Increasing on January 1

Silence DoGood - December 17, 2024

"Since day one of my administration, I’ve made it my mission to build an economy that works for everyone and raising the minimum wage to $15 an hour fulfills that promise to our working families," said Governor JB Pritzker. #wage

National

Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton Meets with Scotland’s Minister for Community Wealth and Public Finance to the United States

Silence DoGood - November 3, 2023

Illinois has deep ties with Scotland, including several Scottish societies, and North America’s only Scottish nursing home. #scotland

Politics

Lt. Governor Stratton’s Statement on the 2022 Legislative Session

Silence DoGood - December 1, 2022

"Bringing all voices to the table is how we build the path to justice. During the 2022 veto session, lawmakers dug in to collaborate on the work that will drive our state forward." #illinoispolitics

Community