“Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Illinois, and Cook County in particular has the highest incidence of death due to heart disease in the country." #heartdisease #hearthealth
Rita also helped ensure $15 million was included in the state budget to clean up the property and prepare it for the Park District to take over. #tinleypark
This funding will focus on improving maternal health outcomes and reducing disparities for Black women though investments in community-based providers, expansion of the home visiting program, a child tax credit, and a free diaper pilot program. #maternalhealth
According to the bill, each time California changes its vehicle emissions standards, the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has six months to amend Illinois rules established by the California EPA. #trucking