Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus

State Senator Mary Edly-Allen highlights success of SmartBuy Program, reducing student debt and increasing housing accessibility http://ilsenatedems.co/hzXq50X40kS

Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus statement on Armed Federal Agents in Downtown Chicago CHICAGO — In response to the presence of armed federal agents in downtown Chicago over the weekend, the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus has issued the following statement:"We condemn the presence of armed Border...

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Hastings files legislation to combat ‘cost shifting’ practices in insurance rate setting http://ilsenatedems....

The National League of POW-MIA Families reminds us we need the fullest possible accounting for those Americans still missing and unaccounted for from the Vietnam War and repatriation of all recoverable remains. Visit pow-miafamilies.org.

Sen. Villivalam invites residents to a transit town hall with Sen. Feigenholtz, Sen. Simmons, @senatorguzman.bsky.social

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Sept. 11, 2001. A day none of us will ever forget. Twenty-four years later, let us recall how Americans helped each other cope, recover and grieve, and think of the first responders and everyday folks who lost their lives.

Statement from the Latino Caucus on ICE activity CHICAGO — The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement regarding ICE activity in Chicagoland:  “The federal administration’s decision to ramp up ICE activity in the Chicago ...

The Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus released the following statement regarding ICE activity in Chicagoland: ilsenatedems.co/Om9F50WTuxJ

International Overdose Awareness Day is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the loved ones left behind. Visit ilsavesod.org to learn how you can help save a life from overdose.

Today, we remember Fred Hampton, a leader whose life was tragically cut short but whose impact endures. Assassinated at 21, Hampton’s courage in the face of injustice and his relentless advocacy for the oppressed inspire us to continue fighting for change.

Sen. Feigenholtz celebrates record-breaking tourism surge in Illinois

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Sen. Villa law safeguards reproductive care

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Sen. Villivalam celebrates grand opening of Illinois Holocaust Museum’s satellite location

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Seniors are active in our society and continue to have a strong presence in the workforce. Older adults deserve our thanks every day for all they do and have achieved for their communities. Happy Senior Citizens Day!

Harris secures $52 million project for Nursing Center at South Suburban College http://ilsenatedems....

Illinois joins the fight against dangerous chemicals in cosmetics and other common products, under new Sen. Morrison law.

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Newly signed Sen. Glowiak-Hilton law removes transportation barriers for sexual assault survivors.

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Senator Belt closes phony lifetime gym membership loophole.

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Transparency on how contraband enters prisons to increase thanks to @senatorguzman.bsky.social.

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Senator Fine law establishes baby food testing for toxic heavy metals. ilsenatedems.co/6fSM...

@senatoredlyallen.bsky.social -backed Dillon’s Law prepares communities to act on allergic reactions.

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State Senator Michael E. Hastings bipartisan school safety proposal signed into law. ilsenatedems.co/VJpi...

Sen. Turner law improves training for emergency medical dispatchers. http://ilsenatedems....

Sen. Collins law gives nurse midwives more independence and flexibility in care. ilsenatedems.co/giKw...

Sen. Doris Turner law addresses police hiring practices in response to Sonya Massey murder.

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New Sen. Morrison law strengthens Illinois’ response to human trafficking ilsenatedems.co/8zv5...

Morrison-led Alicia’s Law strengthens protections against online child exploitation SPRINGFIELD — With the rise in digital communication among children, threats from online predators have become more frequent and sophisticated. To help law enforcement respond faster and more effectively, State Senator...

Sen. Julie Morrison-led Alicia’s Law strengthens protections against online child exploitation.

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Sims: The SAFE-T Act is based on risk—not riches ilsenatedems.co/VwXV50WEGsM

Peters responds to Washington’s bail reform myths, calls for honest leadership CHICAGO — In recent public remarks, the federal administration threatened to change statutes on cash bail in Illinois and Washington, D.C., accusing the SAFE-T Act and the end of cash bail of increasi...

@robertpeters.bsky.social responds to Washington’s bail reform myths, calls for honest leadership

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The Purple Heart is the oldest U.S. military decoration, awarded to those who have been wounded or lost their lives defending our freedoms. Today we remember and honor these service members. Their courage and bravery will never be forgotten.

Today is @barackobama.bsky.social Day! Illinois passed a law in 2017 to designate President Barack Obama’s birthday each Aug. 4 as a commemorative holiday to celebrate the 44th president who began his career in the Illinois State Senate.