Clinics are urging state lawmakers to pass legislation to prevent drug manufacturers from restricting access to discounted medications in the federal 340B program.
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Avelar supports bill that makes public university tuition affordable
Illinois legislators are supporting a bill that would prioritize Illinois public school students for admission and tuition protections at public colleges and universities, making higher education more affordable and accessible.
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Former DOJ attorneys intervene in lawsuit seeking sensitive Illinois voter registration data
Eighteen former U.S. Department of Justice attorneys filed a brief in federal court opposing the Trump administration’s lawsuit seeking access to sensitive personal information about every registered voter in Illinois, arguing the DOJ has no legal authority to demand the information and is concealing its true purpose.
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Illinois legislators introduce bills to regulate pricing based on personal data
Two bills have been introduced in Illinois that would require companies to disclose the use of algorithmic pricing and give consumers the chance to opt out, in order to promote transparency and affordability.
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What does Gov. JB Pritzker’s nuclear energy executive order do?
Governor Pritzker has signed an executive order to develop new nuclear power plants in Illinois to provide at least two gigawatts of energy capacity, prioritizing affordability, safety, and reliability, while also lifting the state’s moratorium on new nuclear power.
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Hastings builds on missing persons identification method
State Senator Michael E. Hastings is advancing legislation to accelerate the timeline for adding critical forensic data to state and national databases, which would help families of missing persons find closure faster.
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New Illinois Legislation Aims to Regulate AI and Enhance Data Privacy
Illinois State Senator Rachel Ventura has introduced a comprehensive package of legislation to protect residents from unchecked AI, improve data privacy, increase online safety, and hold AI developers and data center operators accountable for real-world harms.
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Even though marijuana is legal in Illinois, clearing old criminal records still a challenge
Illinois has implemented the Clean Slate Act to automatically seal nonviolent criminal records for over 1.7 million adults beginning in 2029, but many people still face lengthy delays in receiving confirmation that their records have been expunged or sealed.
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Illinois Braces for Bleak Budget as Federal Cuts Loom Large
Illinois is facing a tightening fiscal landscape due to federal cuts and changes, with the Governor’s Office of Management and Budget projecting a $2.2 billion deficit in the 2027 fiscal year if no changes are made to spending or taxing policies.
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Illinois to withhold nearly $500M in spending, citing federal uncertainty
Governor Pritzker has directed state agencies to reserve nearly $500 million in spending for the current fiscal year in response to the uncertainty over the economy and federal funding, with the reserves largely focusing on cost savings such as forgoing hiring in certain agencies.
