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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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

Gov. Rauner signs bill to streamline procurement process

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

Gov. Rauner signs bill to expand organ donor registry

Gov. Rauner signs HB 643, freezing legislative per diems

Governor Signs Charlie’s Law

SIC Signs Archery Standout From Carmi

Governor Signs Legislation to Transform Bail Process, Ease Jail Overcrowding

Governor Rauner Signs Lead Testing Bill

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