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Senate Passes Legislation to Help Patients Access Prescriptions
Illinois patients could soon have an easier time accessing needed medications under legislation recently passed by the Illinois Senate. Senate Bill 3213, filed by Senator Steve McClure, addresses situations where a patient arrives at a pharmacy only to learn that their prescription cannot be filled because the medication is out of stock. Under current Illinois law, some prescriptions cannot be

2026 Fallen Firefighter Memorial Service Honors Illinois Heroes
Firefighters from across the state were honored at the 33rd Annual Illinois Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Firefighter Medal of Honor Awards Ceremony on May 12. The Fallen Firefighter Memorial service was held at the Firefighter Memorial on the grounds of the Illinois State Capitol to honor Illinois firefighters lost in the line of duty. Following the ceremony at the Capitol,

Senate Republicans Highlight Property Tax Relief Package to Address Illinois’ Crippling Tax Burden
Illinois Senate Republicans are highlighting a package of legislation, all cosponsored by Senator Syverson, which are aimed at providing property tax relief, improving transparency, and helping seniors remain in their homes. The proposals come as Illinois families continue to face one of the highest tax burdens in the nation, with rising property taxes placing increasing pressure on homeowners, seniors, farmers,