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Gov. Rauner signs bill allowing offenders to receive birth certificates for free

Thursday, August 10 by Jc Tinsley

Continuing his push for criminal justice reform, Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed Senate Bill 1413, which allows men and women to receive their birth certificate for no fee upon their release from the Department of Corrections. “I am proud to sign this legislation that removes... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs bill to expand organ donor registry

Wednesday, August 9 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed House Bill 1805, also known as the Drive for Life Act. The bill, which received bipartisan support, allows 16- and 17-year-olds to express their wishes to become organ and tissue donors. Signing the bill into law will give hundreds... Read More.

Gov. Rauner signs HB 643, freezing legislative per diems

Friday, July 28 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner signed House Bill 643, which freezes legislative per diems at their existing levels. The bill, which was overwhelmingly approved by lawmakers of both parties, protects taxpayers and is fiscally responsible for Illinois.Gov. Rauner said at the signing, “I want to thank... Read More.

Governor Signs Charlie’s Law

Thursday, July 20 by Jc Tinsley

Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed Charlie’s Law, a-first-in-the-nation bill that enables all children in Illinois to receive treatment under their insurance plans for the debilitating behavioral disease PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections). “Today is an important day. This shows what can... Read More.

SIC Signs Archery Standout From Carmi

Monday, July 17 by Jc Tinsley

Kenny Raigner, Jr. is the newest addition to Southeastern Illinois College’s national championship archery team. Signing the team’s code of conduct, Raigner is flanked by his family, (l-r) Kenny Raigner, Sr.; Kailee Raigner; coach Roger Snodgrass; and Jonie Raigner. Head archery coach Archie Blair... Read More.

Governor Signs Legislation to Transform Bail Process, Ease Jail Overcrowding

Monday, June 12 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today signed a comprehensive criminal justice reform bill that will transform the bail process. The bill sponsors Sen. Donne Trotter (D-Chicago) and Rep. Elgie Sims (D-Chicago), House Minority Leader Jim Durkin (R-Western Springs), Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx and advocate... 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.

Rauner Signs Bill to Alleviate Burdens on Teachers Moving to Illinois

Monday, January 9 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today signed legislation that will ensure the transition to classrooms is made easier for out-of-state teachers moving to Illinois. State Sen. Dave Luechtefeld, a co-sponsor of the bill, and State Representative Terri Bryant joined the governor at Carbondale Community High School... Read More.

Governor Rauner Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Extend the Illinois Affordable Housing Tax Credit

Thursday, December 22 by Jc Tinsley

Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) Executive Director Audra Hamernik today applauded Governor Bruce Rauner for signing Senate Bill 2921, legislation that preserves an incentive for private investment in affordable housing throughout Illinois by extending the Affordable Housing Tax Credit for an additional five years.“The... Read More.

Governor Rauner Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Reduce Recidivism

Friday, December 16 by Jc Tinsley

Governor Bruce Rauner today, joined by Secretary of State Jesse White, Sen. Kwame Raoul (D-Chicago), Sen. Karen McConnaughay (R-St. Charles), Rep. La Shawn K. Ford (D-Chicago), and other elected officials at A Safe Haven in Chicago, signed Senate Bill 3368, legislation to ensure that... Read More.