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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

Organizers describe the initiative as one of the most expansive efforts to ensure Illinois’ role in the semiquincentennial celebration is inclusive and representative of communities statewide. #anniversary #stories

Hills said the measure is designed to eliminate upfront costs for families and encourage early intervention, which some studies suggest can lower the risk of developing lifelong food allergies. #bill #allergy #coverage

“By embedding health insurance enrollment into the annual tax filing process, Illinois is making it easier than ever for residents to take the first step toward getting covered,” said Get Covered Illinois Director Morgan Winters. #health #tax

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The bill would require employers when conditions are hot to provide water colder than 61 degrees, paid rest breaks with access to shade, either schedule modifications or task rotation to limit exposure, and access to personal protective equipment. #bill #safety #temperature

An independent panel selected the 10 recipients from 68 applicants. Each organization received up to $20,000, the maximum grant amount. #grants #nonprofits

“It’s hard to believe, but when we pay our monthly bills we are bankrolling utility memberships in trade associations that push the utilities’ anti-consumer agenda,” Mah said. #utilities #lawmakers #consumer

“As the Trump administration continues to strip our state of the programs and benefits our communities need and deserve, Illinois refuses to lay down,” Preston said. #budget #governor #address