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Governor signs Senate Bill 1607

Tuesday, January 9 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois takes another step toward reducing recidivism with the governor’s signing today of Senate Bill 1607, which makes corrections to the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Act (Public Act 99-0938).A drafting error in Public Act 99-0938 foiled the intent of the... Read More.

Governor Signs Reis’ Bill to Help Rural Water Customers

Tuesday, November 28 by Jc Tinsley

Representative Reis is pictured here with Bill Teichmiller, Diane Aherin, President of EJ Water, and Mike Hall, Board Member Governor Bruce Rauner has signed a bill into law sponsored by State Representative David Reis (R-Ste. Marie) that helps rural wastewater customers. Reis introduced HB... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs Conor’s Law

Wednesday, September 27 by Jc Tinsley

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.

Mayor Pollard signs Constitution Week proclamation

Wednesday, September 13 by Jc Tinsley

September 17 – 23 is celebrated each year by all Chapters of the National Society Daughters of The American Revolution since August 2, 1956 when President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed it into law. Present for the signing of the Proclamation by Mayor Pollard were... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs historic education funding reform bill

Friday, September 1 by Jc Tinsley

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.

Gov. Rauner signs TRUST Act

Tuesday, August 29 by Jc Tinsley

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.

Gov. Rauner signs bill aimed at increasing voter participation

Monday, August 28 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed SB 1933, which amends the Election Code to require that the Secretary of State and Board of Elections establish an automatic voter registration program.The legislation, designed to increase participation in the democratic process, provides that an application for a... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs two consolidation bills, stresses more action is needed

Tuesday, August 15 by Jc Tinsley

Today, Gov. Bruce Rauner signed Senate Bill 3 and House Bill 607, two bills that enable local officials to consolidate units of local government. The bills, which reflect five of the 27 recommendations made by Lt. Gov. Evelyn Sanguinetti's Task Force on Local Government Consolidation... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs bill protecting children in early childhood programs from expulsion

Monday, August 14 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed House Bill 2663, bipartisan legislation which protects preschool-aged children enrolled in early childhood programs and schools that receive state funding from being expelled.The bill also requires the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), in consultation with the Governor's... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs bill to streamline procurement process

Thursday, August 10 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed Senate Bill 8, a bipartisan bill that makes the state procurement process more efficient and transparent, thus saving money for Illinois taxpayers. “Procurement rules are often confusing and difficult for vendors, state entities and universities,” Gov. Rauner said. “Reforming the procurement process allows more flexibility for vendors. Removing... Read More.