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Governor Discusses Department of Corrections Transformation and Criminal Justice Reforms

Thursday, December 15 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today joined Illinois Department of Corrections Director John Baldwin to highlight efforts the administration has made to transform the Department of Corrections (DOC) along with other criminal justice reforms. The governor pointed out nearly 13,000 security, non-security and contract DOC staff have participated in a two-day Mental Illness 101... Read More.

Governor Hosts Illinois’ Annual Chanukah Celebration

Tuesday, December 13 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today kicked off Illinois’ annual Chanukah Celebration at the James R. Thompson Center in Chicago. A Chanukah menorah will be on display at the Thompson Center from now until the New Year.“As families celebrate this year, they will light candles to... Read More.

Governor Signs Legislation to Protect Jobs, Ratepayers and Taxpayers

Wednesday, December 7 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today signed Senate Bill 2814, the Future Energy Jobs bill, at a ceremony at Riverdale High School in Port Byron. The bipartisan legislation ensures the Quad Cities and Clinton power facilities remain open for another 10 years, saving thousands of good-paying... Read More.

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Governor Announces Appointments to Illinois Bicentennial Commission

Monday, December 5 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner announced today, on the eve of the state’s 198th birthday, he has made appointments to the Illinois Bicentennial Commission. On September 20, Governor Rauner signed Executive Order 2016-11 to create the new Illinois Bicentennial Commission and the Governor's Office of the... Read More.

Governor Rauner issues statement on the Future Energy Jobs Bill

Friday, December 2 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today released the following statement on SB 2814, the Future Energy Jobs Bill: “For months our administration has been very clear that any energy legislation should follow the guiding principles of protecting jobs, ratepayers and taxpayers. After dozens of hours of good... Read More.

Governor Rauner Declares First Annual State Day of Service

Thursday, November 17 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today announced that April 22, 2017, will be the first annual State Day of Service in the state of Illinois.Throughout the past few years, many volunteer groups have expressed an interest in helping out at various state agencies. However, due to... Read More.

Governor Rauner Announces Military Holiday Card Drive with the USO of Illinois

Tuesday, November 8 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today announced the 2016 Holiday Card Drive for the Military. The drive will again be done in partnership with the United Service Organizations (USO) of Illinois. “It is important we remember our American heroes who continue to serve in harm’s way and... Read More.

Governor Rauner Encourages Illinoisans to Receive Flu Shot

Thursday, September 29 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner, Lt. Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti and Illinois Department of Public Health Director Nirav D. Shah, M.D., J.D. today received their annual flu shots and are urging others to get theirs as well. The flu season typically begins in October and runs through... Read More.

Governor Rauner Encourages Illinoisans to Serve Those Who Served

Wednesday, September 28 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today joined Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) Assistant Director Harry Sawyer at the Illinois State Military Museum in Springfield to encourage Illinoisans to participate in a new state-wide program to thank service men and women, our veterans and their families.... Read More.

Governor Rauner Proclaims First Gold Star Family Day in Illinois

Tuesday, September 27 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today proclaimed September 26, 2016, as the first Gold Star Family Day in Illinois. To mark the day, the Governor attended a Gold Star Family Day event in the Capitol Rotunda with members of Gold Star families, the Illinois Department of... Read More.