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Summertime is when young turkeys are hatching, and by counting them and adult females, biologists can assess trends in reproductive success and survival of young turkeys. #turkeys

Gov. JB Pritzker joined Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and New York Governor Kathy Hochul in testifying today. Pritzker in his testimony openly defied White House Border Czar Tom Homan. #testimony

In response to last year’s initial cuts, AISWCD launched a statewide petition campaign to restore SWCD operations funding, with a goal of collecting at least 100 signatures from each district. #underfund

“Projects focused on the development of a watershed management plan, or the eventual implementation of such plans are essential to addressing and improving water quality throughout Illinois.” #pollution

"It is my immense privilege to have voted for a new state budget that truly upholds the best interests of Illinoisans – at a time when Washington politicians would rather be a rubber stamp for the president." #funding

Known as the Medicaid omnibus bill, it sometimes includes bold components, like a 2021 initiative that made millions of dollars available to local communities to help them plan and design their own health care delivery systems. #medicaid

Our doctors take an oath to heal, to save lives and not to end them. This isn't health care. This is a profound betrayal. #humanlife

“Trump and House Republicans think tax cuts for the wealthy are more important than feeding our children,” said Governor JB Pritzker. #snap

“The Democrats are doing what they always do – waiting until the last minute to present a budget and force through more tax increases to pay for their out-of-control spending." #budget

Vendor Summits are key components in the State’s efforts to diversify its vendor pool and provide equitable access to contracting opportunities for small, minority-owned, veteran-owned, women-owned, and other disadvantaged firms – including firms owned or operated by people with disabilities. #networking