Tag: Illinois Department of Public Health

The bill would cut federal Medicaid spending in Illinois by an estimated 20%, or $48 billion, over 10 years.

The measures were among dozens that moved during the final day of the legislative session.

A bill that would regulate mink farming is introduced this legislative session. The sponsor says it aims to protect public ...

Illinois lawmakers introduce bipartisan bills to combat fentanyl deaths by reclassifying overdoses, increasing penalties, and ensuring public safety.

Illinois high school student Jordan Henry is leading efforts to pass a bill requiring public libraries to stock opioid overdose ...

Dr. Ngozi Ezike, the state’s top doctor during the COVID-19 pandemic, agreed to pay a $150,000 fine after admitting to ...

Advocates are asking the governor for a $100 million state funding increase to address homelessness.

Lawmakers passed 24 bills in their lame duck session, including measures pertaining to warehouse quotas, prostitution and nursing homes.

RFK Jr.'s HHS nomination raises concerns about vaccine skepticism, fluoridation, and food safety regulations, with potential impacts on Illinois policies.

Illinois will allocate $40M from Kroger's opioid settlement to support local abatement programs and statewide prevention efforts.