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Governor Rauner Encourages Donations for Hurricane Survivors

Governor Bruce Rauner and Lieutenant Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti today encouraged Illinois residents to help the millions of Americans struggling to recover from Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria by donating money or time to trusted voluntary, faith-and-community-based charitable organizations. “Mother Nature has devastated Puerto Rico, Texas,... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs Conor’s Law

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed into law SB 2185, known as Conor’s Law, legislation that increases public safety by requiring law enforcement to develop policies regarding the response and care for intoxicated young people after an arrest, including attempts to contact a responsible adult.... Read More.

Governor Rauner completes 3rd annual ride to Springfield to support veterans

Governor Bruce Rauner today completed his 3rd annual “Governor’s Ride to Springfield," supporting Illinois Veterans organizations and the Honor Flight of Illinois. The ride, which departed from Chicago’s western suburb of Countryside this morning, traveled down historic Route 66 making stops in Dwight, Lexington and Lincoln, before arriving... Read More.
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Gov. Rauner enacts adult high school legislation

Governor Bruce Rauner today signed HB 2527, amending the Illinois School Code to allow adults without high school degrees to acquire high school diplomas and allow for the creation of quality adult diploma programs. “Illinoisans of every age should have access to quality educational programs... Read More.

Gov. Rauner expands registered nursing practice authority

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed HB 313, which will grant greater authority to registered and licensed nurses in administering health services and lift burdensome licensing regulations. “This will empower nurses to administer the services that they are fully equipped and educated to perform,” said Gov.... Read More.

Gov. Rauner enacts civil asset forfeiture reform

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed HB303, bipartisan legislation aimed at reforming Illinois’ asset forfeiture system. The reforms will increase transparency and shift burdens of proof to protect innocent citizens while maintaining the proper use of asset forfeiture as a tool for law enforcement. Gov.... Read More.
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Gov. Rauner takes budget actions

After conducting a thorough review of the out-of-balance fiscal year 2018 budget passed by the General Assembly in July, Gov. Bruce Rauner today announced he intends to exercise borrowing authority to issue $6 billion in bonds to pay down a portion of the state’s... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs historic education funding reform bill

Flanked by school children and legislative leaders, Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed historic school funding legislation that puts children first and makes lasting changes that will help generations of children to come. “The passing of this historic legislation was no easy feat, but it’s a... Read More.
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Gov. Rauner signs TRUST Act

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed Senate Bill 31 – the TRUST Act – which will continue Illinois’ history of welcoming immigrants and help law enforcement focus on stopping violent crime and protecting Illinois residents. “Illinois has been welcoming of immigrants for a long time, and... Read More.