Preston, a Chicago Democrat, said the measure is intended to ease financial pressure on working families already struggling with rising living costs. #williepreston #senate #insurance
“As thousands of Illinoisans lose food assistance this month, family-owned grocery stores are bracing for inevitable losses,” the DPI said. #snap #democratss
IDOA Announces More Than $796K in Specialty Crop Grant Funding Available (Springfield, IL) - The Illinois Department of Agriculture announced it will distribute more...
The events coincided with the third annual Inside Literary Prize, a national award judged exclusively by incarcerated readers. #libraries #reading #idoc
The commission, established to promote equity in state procurement, has come under criticism from the caucus, which claims participation has declined under its oversight. The group also raised concerns about commissioner salaries, alleging members are paid $150,000 annually. #funds #taxpayers #commission
“Coroners are critical in assisting law enforcement and our judicial system,” Joyce said. “By taking care of these employees we can prevent turnover and burnout.” #mentalhealth #senatebill #patrickjoyce
The proposal would extend coverage to include rehabilitative services, which are often needed by individuals who develop or continue to experience speech challenges later in life. #measure #speech #coverage