Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus

Senator Adriane Johnson introduces Civil Rights Safeguard Act

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Senator Graciela Guzmán calls for progressive revenue in recent press conference

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Fine highlights plan to restrict hiring of ICE agents

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Senate Democrats highlight over $17 million awarded to pre-apprenticeship programs across the state http://ilsenatedems.co/Z5QU50Y8Z5S

This morning, Punxsutawney Phil predicts six more weeks of winter, but Woodstock Willie (of Woodstock, Illinois) predicts an early spring. Did you see your shadow this morning?

Read up on Groundhog Day origins: http://ilsenatedems.co/XVZ950Y7GWl

Your voice. Your community. Your Senate.

Listen to Estado del Estado, the Spanish-language podcast sharing the latest from the Capitol, featuring conversations and updates from the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus. New episodes drop monthly on all major streaming platforms.

Su voz. Su comunidad. Su Senado.

Escuche Estado del Estado, el podcast en español que comparte las últimas noticias del Capitolio, con conversaciones y actualizaciones del Caucus Demócrata del Senado de Illinois. Los nuevos episodios se publican cada mes en las principales plataformas de streaming.

‪Illinois is expecting extremely cold temperatures and wind chills over the weekend. Stay indoors: frostbite can develop quickly, as can hypothermia. Southern IL expects snow.

Road conditions: gettingaroundillinois.com

Visit keepwarm.illinois.gov for more resources, and warming center locations.

Don’t lose your SNAP benefits! By Feb. 1:

📣 Update your information with the Illinois Dept of Human Services: abe.illinois.gov

📣 Review work requirements & check if you qualify for an exemption: aberp.illinois.gov/screener/abawd

📣 Visit snapfederalimpact.illinois.gov to stay updated.

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?” — Dr. King

Let’s honor his legacy through service and action.

Preston outlines measure to overhaul state’s tax sale system, stop predatory speculation http://ilsenatedems.co/Rmy650XWtSi

State Senator Dave Koehler praises transformation of Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts at ISU.

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Senate Democrat-led landmark energy relief measure becomes law.

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Wishing you good health and a bright start to 2026. May we all find strength and purpose in the year ahead.

The spirit of Christmas is rooted in compassion, hope and love. From my families to yours, merry Christmas.

Villivalam measure securing world-class transit system for Illinois signed into law SPRINGFIELD ─ State Senator Ram Villivalam spearheaded a new law providing necessary reforms and historic investments to address the public transit fiscal cliff and issues facing the system in Illinois.“Riders,...

Villivalam measure securing world-class transit system for Illinois signed into law

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Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! May the happiness you find at Hanukkah last throughout the year.

New Cervantes law expands protections for immigrant workers SPRINGFIELD – To protect employees from unfair retaliation from their workplace, State Senator Javier Loera Cervantes led new legislation to shield immigrant workers from surveillance and discrimination based on their...

New Sen. Cervantes law expands protections for immigrant workers http://ilsenatedems.co/Ky7W50XIHu4

Peters spearheads law to raise Illinois’ juvenile detention age SPRINGFIELD — A new law from State Senator Robert Peters will raise the minimum age at which minors can be detained and limit detention in certain situations where the minor is not charged with a violent crime, making...

@robertpeters.bsky.social spearheads law to raise Illinois' juvenile detention age http://ilsenatedems.co/v26s50XIGF1

New Sen. Castro law to support craft distilleries, make cocktails-to-go permanent http://ilsenatedems.co/b1Fz50XIH7K

Sen. Ventura leads charge to expand Illinois broadband access http://ilsenatedems.co/cBwn50XIG98

Senator Elgie Sims leads new law to protect Illinois from reckless federal budget http://ilsenatedems.co/7Biz50XIG2e

State Senator Lakesia Collins law expands property tax relief for seniors.

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Holmes legislation permitting terminally ill adults to consider end-of-life options signed into law SPRINGFIELD – Illinois has joined 11 other states and Washington, D.C. in increasing access to more compassionate end-of-life options for terminally ill adults, thanks to a new law spearheaded by State Senator Linda...

@senlindaholmes.bsky.social's legislation permitting terminally ill adults to consider end-of-life options signed into law http://ilsenatedems.co/RQKj50XIBnw

Senate Democrats lead landmark legislation to enhance civil rights amid ICE activities http://ilsenatedems.co/nl1B50XGTAN

December is Impaired Driving Prevention Month. Let’s make our roads safer – and choose to drive responsibly. A sober drive saves lives.

Safety belongs at the top of your holiday checklist!

✅ Keep candles away from anything flammable
✅ Avoid driving during or right after winter storms
✅ Unplug holiday lights before bedtime

More tips to keep your celebrations bright and safe: http://ilsenatedems.co/bGcF50XC2bw

It’s Coats and Toys for Kids Day! Your donation of winter gear can make a world of difference for families this season. Find a local drive near you at http://ilsenatedems.co/jh6R50XBzbi.

Celebrating 207 years of pride, progress and community. Happy Illinois Statehood Day!

Flu shots save lives, preventing illness, hospitalizations and complications every year. Protect yourself and those you love by getting vaccinated. #FightFlu #NIVW