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State Rep. Barbara Hernandez Fighting for Emergency Vehicle Safety Laws Following Trooper Deaths

May 24, 2019 | Hernandez B

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In the wake of two state trooper deaths, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is backing a bill that would protect law enforcement professionals by combatting careless driving near stopped emergency vehicles.“Troopers Brooke Jones-Story and...

Connor Supports Legislation to Protect Emergency Vehicles Following Trooper Deaths

May 23, 2019 | Connor

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, is fighting to increase penalties for reckless driving near pulled-over emergency vehicles, protecting local law enforcement officials in the wake of the tragic deaths of two state troopers during roadside stops....

Hurley Bill Cracks Down on Drivers Who Fail to Move Over for Police

May 15, 2019 | Hurley

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Drivers who fail to move over or slow down when passing a police or emergency vehicle on the side of the road would face higher penalties under legislation sponsored by state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago. “State law already requires drivers to move...

Hoffman Stands with Governor, State Police to Enhance Safety and Awareness on Illinois Roadways

May 14, 2019 | Hoffman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is pushing to strengthen Scott’s Law, the “Move Over” law, announcing the introduction of new protections for Illinois police alongside Gov. J.B. Pritzker and members of the Illinois State Police. “Illinois State...

Moylan Urges Caution on Roads after Accidents Involving State Police

Apr 4, 2019 | Moylan

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – After a string of horrific and fatal crashes involving distracted drivers and Illinois State Police vehicles, state Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, is urging caution as drivers take to Illinois highways and to remember Scott’s Law. “With the...

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