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“We’re talking about hundreds of individuals with pending criminal cases who are supposed to be monitored, yet many are now unaccounted for. Families across Illinois deserve to know that public safety systems are working, and right now, confidence in this system is shaken.” #monitoring #cookcounty #patricksheehan

also criticized provisions of Illinois’ SAFE-T Act, arguing that the state’s pretrial system allows repeat violent offenders to remain free despite prior offenses and violations. #shooting #policeofficers #safe-t

The legislation would require all law enforcement agencies in Illinois to implement clear and confidential mental health leave policies. #mentalhealth #legislation #police

Sheehan argued the measure would undermine public safety by removing tools officers use to de-escalate volatile situations. #nonlethal #proposal #police

Sheehan said the effort is meant to remind older residents that they are valued and remembered. #valentines #seniors

Sheehan argued that the commission is part of what he described as the governor’s ongoing attacks on law enforcement. #ice #commission

The proposed changes are intended to address gaps that lawmakers say have put communities, crime victims, and first responders at risk since the SAFE-T Act took effect. #letter #safe-t

All donated items will be distributed to local families facing hardship during the cold-weather months. #coats #donations

They argued that policies supported by the governor, particularly the SAFE-T Act, have weakened accountability in the justice system. #violent #lawmakers

“We’re seeing crime numbers drop thanks to smart investments in technology and multi-agency collaboration.” #grant