‘Junk fee’ ban heads to Pritzker as Senate OKs bill allowing minors to consent to birth control
Paid jury duty, rooftop solar for schools, breasted CPR manikin measures also pass.
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Illinois abortion clinics gain renewed support despite Republican, pro-life pushback
A variety of groups in Illinois provide resources for women coming here from out of state.
Illinois Republican senator pushes to outlaw abortion, loses leadership spots
The Senate Republican leader called the bill “anti-woman” and said no Republicans in the legislature support it.
Illinois lawmakers approve ban on civil immigration arrests in state courthouses
State lawmakers worked behind the scenes for weeks to craft a package to respond to the federal immigration campaign known ...
Pritzker to consider bill mandating gun owners lock up firearms near minors
Illinois lawmakers pass a bill requiring gun owners to keep their firearms in a locked box when near a minor.
Bills addressing cannabis odor in vehicle, safe gun storage pass Senate
The Illinois Senate passed a range of bills Thursday ranging from how cannabis should be transported in vehicles to how ...
Lawmakers give small boost to renewable developments, delay broader reform
Illinois legislators pass a bill to stabilize renewable energy financing and initiate studies for battery storage.
Lawmakers advance ‘Karina’s bill’ to remove guns from domestic violence situations
A bill approved by lawmakers would take guns away from alleged domestic abusers when their victim successfully petitions a court.
UPDATED: Optional all-gender bathrooms bill will head to governor
The Illinois Senate on Thursday passed an amended version of a bill that would allow businesses and public institutions to ...
Lawmakers unveil bills aimed at addressing teacher shortage
Illinois Senate Democrats outlined legislation during a Thursday news conference that aims to address the ongoing teacher shortage throughout the ...
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