In a 168-page opinion released Friday afternoon, Judge Stephen McGlynn sided with plaintiffs in the case who argued the assault-style weapons banned under the law are commonly used for legal purposes such as self-defense. #ban
“We appreciate the joint efforts of Governor JB Pritzker, Secretary Vilsack and the USDA to ensure Illinois farmers receive support to recover from these destructive storms,” said Jerry Costello II, Illinois Department of Agriculture Director. #disaster
Illinois 4-H to lead 2024 Twilight Parade (Springfield, IL) – In celebration of youth in agriculture and the growth and diversity that continues to expand access...
This year, 352 current or former youth in care will receive scholarship certificates provided by the Illinois DCFS Scholarship Program... #scholarships
The proposal would make Illinois the first state in the country to ban prior authorization for in-patient adult and children’s mental health care. #healthcare
This funding will focus on improving maternal health outcomes and reducing disparities for Black women though investments in community-based providers, expansion of the home visiting program, a child tax credit, and a free diaper pilot program. #maternalhealth
Wilhour said the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025 stands at $52.7 billion, more than $2 billion more than the $50.4 billion signed into law last June. #budget