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Governor Rauner Recognizes Illinois’ Progress In Bringing High Speed Internet to Schools, Students

Thursday, January 19 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today announced Illinois has made significant progress in bringing high-speed Internet to more schools and students statewide through the Illinois Classroom Connectivity Initiative this past year. TheEducationSuperHighway’s 2016 “State of the States” annual Read More.

Governor Discusses Importance of Apprenticeships

Thursday, January 19 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner met with members of Illinois Workforce Innovation Board Apprenticeship Committee today to discuss the importance of bringing opportunity to every neighborhood in Illinois through apprenticeships. The committee’s efforts are focused on providing the same training and education services to all students... Read More.

Governor Rauner Signs Lead Testing Bill

Monday, January 16 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner joined by Reverend Jesse Jackson, State Sen. Steans and state agency directors today signed Senate Bill 550, legislation to protect Illinois children from possible exposure to lead in drinking water. "Today is about our future, about making sure our students are not exposed to lead poisoning," said Governor Rauner. "This... Read More.

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Governor Rauner Addresses First Meeting of Illinois Bicentennial Commission

Friday, January 13 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today convened the first meeting of the Illinois Bicentennial Commission and unveiled the official Bicentennial logo at the Old State Capitol. The co-chairs of the Bicentennial Commission were also announced. “From Kaskaskia to Vandalia and now Springfield, this has been a long... Read More.

Governor Rauner Announces #GovClassroomVisit

Thursday, January 12 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today announced on his Facebook page #GovClassroomVisit for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, encouraging classrooms to submit videos showcasing what they’re learning and how. The videos can focus on anything from computer or technology projects to hands-on assignments and everything... Read More.

Governor Bruce Rauner issues statement on Democratic Leaders Embracing Economic Changes

Wednesday, January 11 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today released the following statement on Democratic leaders embracing economic changes: “After two years, both Democratic leaders finally agree that we must have a balanced budget with economic changes to increase our competitiveness to grow jobs. That's an important positive step. Now... Read More.

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Governor Applauds General Assembly’s Passage of Lead Testing Bill

Wednesday, January 11 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today released the following statement on SB 550, the bill that would require testing of drinking water for lead at schools and daycares: “This bill shows what is possible when we work together. I applaud the General Assembly for passing this bipartisan... Read More.

Governor Rauner Recognizes National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Tuesday, January 10 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today thanked law enforcement officers for their service at the National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day Breakfast in Springfield. “Our men and women in uniform keep us all safe, they deserve our utmost support and respect,” Governor Rauner said. “There is no... Read More.

Governor Rauner Proclaims January ‘Radon Action Month’

Monday, January 9 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner has proclaimed January ‘Radon Action Month’ in Illinois to encourage residents to test their homes for radon, a radioactive gas that is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. To kick off the month, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency... Read More.

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Governor Announces Appointment, Staff Transitions

Monday, December 26 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner announced today Illinois Department of Insurance Director Anne Melissa Dowling will return to the private sector in January. “Director Dowling has worked diligently to transform the Department of Insurance to better protect the rights of Illinois’ residents, while championing a growth environment... Read More.

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Governor Rauner Recognizes Illinois’ Progress In Bringing High Speed Internet to Schools, Students

Governor Discusses Importance of Apprenticeships

Governor Rauner Signs Lead Testing Bill

Governor Rauner Addresses First Meeting of Illinois Bicentennial Commission

Governor Rauner Announces #GovClassroomVisit

Governor Bruce Rauner issues statement on Democratic Leaders Embracing Economic Changes

Governor Applauds General Assembly’s Passage of Lead Testing Bill

Governor Rauner Recognizes National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Governor Rauner Proclaims January ‘Radon Action Month’

Governor Announces Appointment, Staff Transitions

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