J.B. Pritzker for Governor
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Governor JB Pritzker: Launches $309 Million Assistance Program for Illinois Homeowners
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Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) announced the opening of the Illinois Homeowner Assistance Fund (ILHAF) to help homeowners who have fallen behind on monthly mortgage payments and/or related housing expenses as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor JB Pritzker: Awards $250,000 in Broadband READY Grants
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Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced the second cohort of the Regional Engagement for Adoption + Digital Equity (READY) program.
Governor JB Pritzker: Celebrates $1.8 Billion in Tax Relief, Landmark Legislative Session
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Governor JB Pritzker: Statement on the Full Passage of Senate Bill 257
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Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement on the full passage of Senate Bill 257, a nation-leading piece of legislation that expands protections for survivors of sexual violence in the military.
Governor JB Pritzker: Public Health Officials Announce 10,786 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week
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The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reported 10,786 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 71 deaths since April 1, 2022.
Governor JB Pritzker: Statement on the Full Passage of House Bill 4292
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Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement issued the statement following the full passage House Bill 4292, which adds two years to the state employee pension buyout program.
Governor JB Pritzker: Statement on the Full Passage of HB 246, Nursing Home Rate Reform
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Governor JB Pritzker issued the statement after the full passage of House Bill 246, which reforms nursing home rates to incentivize higher staffing levels and quality improvements at facilities.
Governor JB Pritzker: Statement on State Budget Agreement
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Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement on the budget agreement with Democratic leadership.
Governor JB Pritzker: Statement on Confirmation Vote of the Honorable Ketanji Brown Jackson
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I am filled with joy upon history-making Senate confirmation of the Honorable Ketanji Brown Jackson as the next Justice of the United States Supreme Court.
Governor JB Pritzker: Announces Upcoming Renovations to Illinois State Armory
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Governor Pritzker joined stakeholders and community leaders at an event announcing critical renovations taking place at the historic Illinois State Armory in downtown Springfield.
Governor JB Pritzker: Signs Legislation Cementing Covid-19 Sick Leave Protections for Vaccinated School Staff
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Joined by stakeholders, advocates and lawmakers, Gov. JB Pritzker signed House Bill 1167, a measure that will keep students and teachers safe in the classroom without penalizing vaccinated school employees for taking COVID-required leave for themselves or their children.
Governor JB Pritzker: New Report Highlights Critical Next Steps in Combatting Hate Crimes in Illinois
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The Illinois Commission on Discrimination & Hate Crimes (Commission), relaunched under the leadership of Gov. JB Pritzker and Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, has released their inaugural annual report.
Governor JB Pritzker: Illinois State Police Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary
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To celebrate a century of service to the people of Illinois, the Illinois State Police (ISP) held an Uncasing and Activation of the Official Colors Ceremony on April 1, 2022, marking the official 100th year anniversary.
Governor JB Pritzker: Proclaims April as Innovation and Technology Month in Illinois
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Governor Pritzker proclaims the month of April as Innovation and Technology Month in Illinois to demonstrate the value of IT as a contributor to the state's economy, delivery of services, advancement of cybersecurity practices, workforce expansion, and educational and career development.
Governor JB Pritzker: Applauds Nation-Leading Legislation to Strengthen Illinois' Response to Military Sexual Violence
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In a nation-leading effort to protect survivors of military sexual violence and hold perpetrators accountable, the Illinois National Guard worked closely with State Senate Assistant Majority Leader Tony Munoz (D-Chicago) and State Representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Aurora) to introduce legislation that will strengthen the state's response to military sexual violence.
Governor JB Pritzker: Announces Executed Agreement for the Sale of the James R. Thompson Center (JRTC)
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Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) announced that the sale of the James R. Thompson Center at 100 West Randolph Street has reached another major milestone by executing the Purchase and Sale Agreement with JRTC Holdings, LLC.
Governor JB Pritzker: Encourages Residents to Apply for Over $150 Million in Utility Assistance for Families in Need
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Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) encouraged families in need to apply for $150 million in utility bill assistance through the Help Illinois Families Program.
Governor JB Pritzker: Establishes Illinois Cyber Security Commission
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Governor JB Pritzker established the Illinois Cyber Security Commission to support a robust coordination effort across all levels of government to build and enhance cyber security.
Governor JB Pritzker: Signs Landmark Legislation Paying Off $4.1 Billion in Debt
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Governor Pritzker signed SB2803, which pays off $4.1 billion in debt and saves taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars in interest payments.
Governor JB Pritzker: IDOI Applauds New Legislation to Improve Protections for Health Insurance Consumers
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In an effort to improve consumer protections in health care and hold health insurance companies accountable, the Illinois Department of Insurance (IDOI) worked closely with Representative Sue Scherer and Senator Doris Turner on legislation to further enhance consumer protections within the state's Network Adequacy Transparency Act (NATA)
