Davis Bill Addressing Maternal Health Disparities Now Law

CHICAGO —State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, backed a measure that will improve outcomes for moms and babies of all backgrounds by mandating enhanced training for maternal health care professionals such as doctors, midwives and doulas. “Too often, complaints and other...

Ammons-Backed Bill Improving Police Hiring Standards Becomes Law

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Law enforcement agencies will be better equipped to vet potential officers and make independent, merit-based employment decisions under a new law backed by state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, improving police hiring practices following the recent...