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Manley Passes Legislation to Strengthen Public Safety, Criminal Justice Reform
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A bill sponsored by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, to shore up the SAFE-T Act, improve public safety and boost equity within the criminal justice system passed the General Assembly Thursday.
Hirschauer-Backed Safety, Criminal Justice Reform Bill Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — To heighten the safety of communities across the state and boost equity within the criminal justice system, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer supported comprehensive legislation to improve the SAFE-T Act and address partisan misconceptions.
Harper Statement on Passage of SAFE-T Act Trailer Bill
CHICAGO, Ill. – Following passage of a bill clarifying certain provisions of the 2021 SAFE-T Act to aid officials and courts in their interpretation of it, state Rep. Sonya M. Harper, D-Chicago, is hailing the bill, which sets up the final provisions of the Act to take effect on Jan. 1.
Stava-Murray Statement on SAFE-T Act Clarification Measure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following the Legislature’s annual veto session, state Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Downers Grove, is heralding passage of a bill which clarifies some parts of the 2021 SAFE-T Act, to ensure that officials and courts interpret it correctly once it takes effect on Jan. 1.
Hoffman Leads Passage of Plan to Eliminate Pandemic Unemployment Debt
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following weeks of negotiation with labor and business, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, passed the first step of a bipartisan plan Thursday that will eliminate the state’s remaining $1.36 billion in unemployment insurance loan debt while also investing in the state’s rainy-day fund.
Avelar Passes Public Safety, Criminal Justice Reform Measure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A bill supported by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, that shores up public safety measures while boosting equity within the criminal justice system passed the Illinois General Assembly Thursday.
Gabel Votes to Streamline SAFE-T Act, Promote Equity in Criminal Justice System
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, voted on Thursday to streamline and strengthen various aspects of the SAFE-T Act.
Scherer Passes Bill to Support Springfield High Speed Rail Corridor
DECATUR, Ill. — A bill sponsored by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, that would trigger three land transfers throughout the state of Illinois, passed the Illinois House of Representatives Thursday.
Gordon-Booth to Host Veterans Breakfast Saturday Morning
PEORIA, Ill. – Area veterans are being invited by state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, for her annual James Little Veterans Appreciation Breakfast scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Laborers’ Local 165 Hall located at 4509 N. Catalina Dr. in Peoria.
Gordon-Booth Negotiates Agreements from Law Enforcement and Advocates to SAFE-T Act
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Building on needed reforms to the state’s public safety policy, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, helped pass clarifying changes to the SAFE-T Act Thursday that incorporated feedback from law enforcement, prosecutors, survivors and other stakeholders working to curb violence.
Hoffman Supports Update to SAFE-T Act, Underscores Commitment to Working with Law Enforcement
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Reflecting concerns from law enforcement and prosecutors, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, supported passage of an update to the SAFE-T Act Thursday that clarifies existing law and aims to make communities safer.
West Supports SAFE-T Act Update, Underscores Continued Work to Tackle Public Safety Concerns
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Following discussions with law enforcement, prosecutors and public safety advocates, state Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, supported an update to the SAFE-T Act Thursday that strengthens and clarifies the existing law aimed at making communities safer.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Votes to Streamline SAFE-T Act, Promote Public Safety
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – On Thursday night, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, continued her record of promoting public safety by helping pass a measure to correct misconceptions and strengthen the SAFE-T Act.
Ford Backs Update of SAFE-T Act, Encourages Continued Discussion Amongst Public Safety Advocates
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, backed an update to the SAFE-T Act Thursday aimed at clarifying misconceptions and addressing sincere concerns of the underlying legislation.
Law Enforcement and Communities Safer Under New SAFE-T Act Provisions
ELGIN, Ill. – State Rep. Anna Moeller, D-Elgin, joined the fight to keep communities and the men and women who protect them safe with provisions bolstering the previously-passed SAFE-T Act.
Stava-Murray Sponsors Waterway Access Rights Bill
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – Voicing support for full and free enjoyment of Illinois’ waterways by members of the public, state Rep. Anne Stava-Murray is supporting legislation to establish a right to public access to the state’s navigable waterways.
Ammons Responds to SAFE-T Act Vote
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, passed House Bill 1095 which amended certain provisions of the SAFE-T Act, continuing the fight for criminal justice reform:
LaPointe Legislation to Divest in Russia, Support Ukrainian Refugees Heads to Governor
CHICAGO – As part of efforts to respond to Russia’s reckless and unwarranted invasion of Ukraine, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, passed comprehensive legislation Wednesday that prohibits state investment in Russia, strengthens support for Ukrainian refugees, targets Russian oligarchs and creates an elections-focused task force to defend Illinois from foreign interference.