J.B. Pritzker for Governor
Recent News About J.B. Pritzker for Governor
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Announces Mario Treto Jr. to Serve as Secretary of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
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Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker named Mario Treto, Jr. to serve as Secretary of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), pending confirmation by the Illinois Senate.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Signs Equity-Centric Legislation Expanding Economic Access and Opportunity Across Illinois
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Building on efforts to create more equitable access to economic growth and recovery, Governor JB Pritzker signed four pieces of landmark legislation that expand economic opportunity in Illinois.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Awards $919,869 to Develop a Watershed Plan to Help Address Flooding in Cahokia Heights
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Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director John J. Kim announced that HeartLands Conservancy has been awarded the Prairie du Pont Watershed grant.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Illinois to Launch 14th Mass Vaccination Site in West Cook as National Guard Surpasses 500,000 Vaccinations
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As the Illinois National Guard surpasses 500,000 vaccinations administered to residents across the state, Illinois is launching its 14th mass vaccination site in Forest Park.
Governor JB Pritzker: Public Health Officials Announce 1,220 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease
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The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,220 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 22 additional deaths.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Announces 31-Year Navy Veteran Terry Prince to Serve as Director of the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs
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Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker named Terry Prince, a 31-year United States Navy veteran with experience leading veterans homes in Ohio, to serve as Director of the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs, pending confirmation by the Illinois Senate.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Announces Illinois All Public Universities in State Now Available on Common Application for College Admissions
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Governor Pritzker and the Illinois Board of Higher Education announced beginning this fall, all 12 of the state's public universities will begin using the Common Application (Common App) for admissions, making it easier for interested students to apply to multiple universities at once.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Illinois Launches Mass Vaccination Expansion in DuPage and Kane Counties to Meet the State's Vaccine-For-All Goal on April 12th
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Following Thursday's announcement that all Illinois residents age 16+ will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine starting April 12, the State of Illinois is moving ahead with a mass vaccination expansion effort in the collar counties to enhance the efforts of local health departments to increase access to the COVID-19 vaccine.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Illinois Capital Development Board Announces Design Firm for Rebuild Illinois Funded Design of the Career, Technical and Manufacturing Center at McHenry County College
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The Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB) has selected Ross Barney Architects as the preferred architectural design firm for the design of the Career, Technical and Manufacturing Center at McHenry County College.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Launches Pilot Program to Support Quality Improvements for Child Care Providers in Rural Illinois Communities
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The Illinois Governor's Office of Early Childhood Development (GOECD) announced a new pilot program to address obstacles faced by rural child care providers in meeting the state's quality of care standards.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Illinois to Expand Vaccine Eligibility to Include Additional Essential Workers
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As the state continues to utilize every available dose of vaccine, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced new essential workers that will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in the coming days
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Announces 23 Key Appointments
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Building on a strong team of diverse experts in their fields, Governor JB Pritzker announced the appointments in his administration
Governor JB Pritzker: Public Health Officials Announce 2,380 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease
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The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 2,380 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 12 additional deaths.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Announces Income Tax Filing Extension
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Gov. Pritzker announced that his administration is extending the individual income tax filing and payment deadline from April 15 to May 17.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Announces Metrics-Based Pathway for Illinois to Fully Reopen; Expands Vaccine Eligibility to All Residents 16+ on April 12
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Governor Pritzker and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike announced a metrics-based, vaccination-informed framework for Illinois to advance to Phase 5 of the state's Restore Illinois Plan, our new normal.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Announces $721,500 in Boat Access Area Grants
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Governor JB Pritzker announced 2021 Boat Access Area Development grants totaling $721,500 have been awarded to five communities.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Illinois Announces State-Support for Lake and McHenry County Vaccination Efforts
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Governor JB Pritzker announced additional state resources are deploying to support local health departments in McHenry and Lake counties.
Governor JB Pritzker: Public Health Officials Announce 2,325 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease
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The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 2,325 new confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 34 additional deaths.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Announces $885,300 in Grants for Local Bike Path Projects
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Governor JB Pritzker announced $885,300 in grants for seven local projects that will help communities develop and improve bike path facilities throughout Illinois.
Governor J.B. Pritzker: Announces a Record 41,000 Businesses Served by Statewide Network of Small Business Development Centers in 2020
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he Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced that 2020 was a record year for business support provided through the Illinois Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) - with over 41,000 business owners receiving support through the program.
