(SPRINGFIELD) It was a busy day for the Illinois House of Representatives yesterday with a slew of bills passing through the chamber. One measure, House Bill 3564 would prohibit a landlord from imposing a move-in fee for renters, plus it also would limit fees for the late payment of rent. The House also approved the Illinois Sexual Assault Survivor Treatment Act in House Bill 2805, which would prohibit insurance co-pays for sexual assault exams. And there was heated debate when lawmakers took up House Bill 3527 involving school mascots. Passing mostly along party lines, the Democratic sponsored bill would prohibit schools from using a name, logo, or mascot that is derogatory or representative of a disabled individual or group, and would require schools to adopt a new mascot by September 1st, 2028. All of these bills move on to the State Senate for consideration there.
(SPRINGFIELD) Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker joined British officials yesterday to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the Land of Lincoln and the United Kingdom. The agreement, which focuses on advancing manufacturing in the life sciences, energy, and technology sectors, was first agreed to during the Governor’s visit to the UK in 2023. Main exports from Illinois include chemicals, computer products, and fabricated metal products.
(SPRINGFIELD) Three Illinois K9’s will be receiving a national hero’s honor. Police dogs from Alton, Rockford, and Lake County will be recognized by the Illinois Police Officers Memorial Committee. The dogs will also be honored in Washington, D.C. with their names being added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Wall.