Illinois State Senate District 47
Recent News About Illinois State Senate District 47
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: November 18-22, 2019
Illinois continues to move toward a brand-new industry launching statewide, as state government continues to prepare for the sale of recreational cannabis beginning January 1.
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From West Central Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Standing strong for ethics reform
The fall Veto Session came to a close during the week with the final days’ main focus firmly on combatting the ethics problems currently plaguing the state.
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Lawmakers return to the Capitol Nov. 12
A full agenda awaits legislators when they return to the Capitol Nov. 12 for the final week of the fall Veto Session.
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: October 28 – November 1, 2019
The Senate Republican Caucus took action during the week to restore public trust in an honest and ethical state government by introducing legislation to ensure independent investigations of members of the General Assembly.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: 47th District to receive $68.1 million for FY 2020 road projects
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has allocated more than $68.1 million for construction projects in the 47th Senate District during Fiscal Year 2020, according to Senator Jil Tracy.
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From West Central Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: October 14-18, 2019
During the upcoming fall veto session, during which they generally take action on bills vetoed by the Governor, Illinois lawmakers could also be asked to consider a proposal to consolidate suburban and downstate pension plans, and new bills being filed by lawmakers.
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From West Central Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: October 6-11, 2019
As part of Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, the Illinois State Fire Marshal is offering safety tips to keep your family safe.
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From West Central Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Illinois is least tax-friendly state
Personal finance publication Kiplinger has ranked all U.S. states to determine which is the most, and the least, tax-friendly, based on the tax burden placed on residents.
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: September 2-6, 2019
An estimated $69 million in federal aid is being sought for flood damages across the state, and I joined with central Illinois leaders and state officials Sept. 4 at IEMA training conference to discuss how best to plan for major flooding events.
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: August 26-30, 2019
A number of bills sponsored by Senate Republican lawmakers have been signed into law during the week, including measures expanding youth hunting, shining light on ADA violations, seeking to repurpose a state facility, and increasing safety.
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Sen. Tracy-sponsored law amending the County Cooperative Extension Law now in effect
A new law sponsored by Sen. Jil Tracy (R-47) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the County Cooperative Extension Law went into effect on Aug. 16, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Sen. Tracy: Vistra decision a blow to Western Illinois region
Vistra’s announcement August 21 that it would close Power Plants in Havana and Canton is an economic blow to its employees, nearby communities and the western Illinois region, according to Senator Jil Tracy.
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senate Week in Review: August 12-16, 2019
Landmark sexual harassment and discrimination reforms, and a measure aimed at reducing property taxes by allowing for some government consolidation have recently been signed into law.
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Q2 2019 Legislation: Sen. Jil Tracy sponsors or co-sponsors 16 bills
Sen. Jil Tracy (R-47) sponsored eight bills in the second quarter of 2019, five less than the average Illinois state senator, and was added as a co-sponsor on eight bills, 28 less than the average, according to a Quincy Reporter analysis of data made available by the Illinois General Assembly.
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: New law co-sponsored by Senator Tracy gives victims better protections
Victims of sexual harassment and discrimination will have better legal protections thanks to a new law co-sponsored by Senator Jil Tracy and signed August 9 by Governor J.B.
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Sen. Tracy-sponsored law amending the Criminal Code of 2012 goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2020
A new law sponsored by Sen. Jil Tracy (R-47) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Criminal Code of 2012 will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2020, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: New laws, flooding update, Farm Progress Show
New laws that received the Governor’s signature during the week include legislation aimed at promoting Scott’s Law and a measure promoting hunting education and safety.
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From West Central Reporter
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Credit, crops and corndogs!
Millions of Illinoisans impacted by the 2017 Equifax breach could soon be in line for a cash payment, as the credit monitoring company announced during the week a federal lawsuit settlement that includes restitution for consumers impacted by the breach.
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Jil Tracy was present for 94% of Senate votes in May
Sen. Jil Tracy (R-47) voted on 94 percent of the bills presented in the Illinois state Senate in May.
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From Peoria Standard
ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 47: Senator Tracy: Residents asked to report flooding damage
Illinois citizens affected by spring and summer flooding are being asked to report any damage to local officials to help the state qualify for federal aid, according to Senator Jil Tracy.