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With the state's $2 million investment, Second Story Ranch can begin construction on the facilities needed to serve men recovering from addiction while preparing them for employment and independent living. I truly believe this program will become one of Illinois' premier recovery models because of the leadership, vision and compassion behind it. This investment is about changing lives and strengthening families throughout our region. #patrickjoyce #oped #july

Senate Bill 2918 updates the structure of existing parent-teacher advisory committees by clarifying their membership and establishing a more transparent process for selecting educators to serve on them. #williepreston #senatebill #teachers

“As thousands of Illinoisans lose food assistance this month, family-owned grocery stores are bracing for inevitable losses,” the DPI said. #snap #democratss

State officials say the results reflect ongoing efforts to expand vaccine access and provide consistent, science-based guidance to families. #vaccinations #schools

The inquiry, announced by the U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday, will also “assess” whether the 35 school districts around the state, plus Chicago’s largest charter school network, allow transgender students to use single-sex bathrooms or participate in competitive sports. #doj #schools #gender

“Keeping families of students with disabilities aware of all their available resources will help not just the students, but also their community.” #disabilities #law