Dupage Policy Journal

From McHenry Times

Casten Introduces Bill to Ensure Energy Prices Reflect the Full Cost of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

U.S. Representative Sean Casten (IL-06) introduced the Energy Prices Require Including Climate Externalities (Energy PRICE) Act. The bill would clarify that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has the responsibility to ensure that public electric utilities take into account greenhouse gas emissions when setting their utility rates.

From Kane County Reporter

Casten Statement on Votes to Ensure Proper Congressional Oversight for National Security

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

U.S. Representative Sean Casten (IL-06) issued the following statement after voting in favor of two amendments that would prohibit federal funds from being used for military operations against Iran without Congressional approval or as consistent with the 1974 War Powers Resolution, and to repeal the outdated 2002 Authorized Use of Military Force (AUMF).

BLOOMINGDALE PARK DISTRICT: HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION CHANGE COMING FEBRUARY 5

By Press release submission | Jan 30, 2020

To better service our customers, the Bloomingdale Park District will soon be upgrading its registration software.

From Lake County Gazette

Casten Statement on Voting Against Expanding Mandatory Minimums and Calling for Solutions on Comprehensive Substance Use Disorder Treatment

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

U.S. Representative Sean Casten issued the following statement after voting against S. 3201, the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act, which would extend the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) temporary order for fentanyl related substances, which affords significant mandatory minimum prison time and provides resources for the prosecution and funding for those who transport trace amounts of this deadly drug.

Silent Sean Casten Chooses Party Over Principle Once Again

By Press release submission | Jan 29, 2020

“If you won’t lead, then step aside. I will.”

CITY OF NAPERVILLE: City, North Central College to Celebrate Cardinals Football Title

By Press release submission | Jan 29, 2020

The City of Naperville and the North Central College campus community will celebrate North Central’s recent National Championship football title with a rally on Friday, Jan. 31.

The GOP Continues to Unite Behind Ives

By Press release submission | Jan 28, 2020

Jeanne Ives Named the IL-06 Republican Candidate in the NRCC Young Guns Program

CITY OF ELMHURST: ComEd Experts Invite DuPage County Residents to Learn About Solar Energy and Controlling Energy Cost

By Press release submission | Jan 28, 2020

To help area residents better understand the benefits of solar energy, as well as ways to better control and manage energy use, ComEd will convene a panel of experts to provide attendees with information and answer questions.

ICYMI: Jeanne Ives National Media Soundbites

By Press release submission | Jan 28, 2020

“I will not sit on the sidelines and let Nancy Pelosi, Sean Casten and AOC tax us out of our homes, tax us into oblivion.”

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 28: Local parks to receive over $950K in renovation grants

By Press release submission | Jan 28, 2020

The Des Plaines, Elk Grove and Roselle Park Districts will receive over $950,000 to renovate and expand local parks, State Senator Laura Murphy (D-Des Plaines) announced .

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 21: Ellman announces library grants for local schools

By Press release submission | Jan 28, 2020

State Senator Laura Ellman (D-Naperville) announced today that five local area school districts are set to receive over $40,000 in grants given out by Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White’s School Library Grant program.

BENSENVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT 2: TAKE THE CHALLENGE: Can you read your preschooler '1,000 Books Before Kindergarten?

By Press release submission | Jan 28, 2020

If you are the parent or caregiver to an infant, toddler, or preschooler, District 2 and Bensenville Community Public Library invite you to participate in the "1,000 Books Before Kindergarten" challenge.

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 56: Illinois Association for Gifted Children is hosting their annual conference on February 8

By Press release submission | Jan 27, 2020

Illinois Association for Gifted Children is hosting their annual conference on February 8

ILLINOIS STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 47: Mazzochi Seeks Relief for School Districts Facing Skyrocketing Unfunded Mandate Costs

By Press release submission | Jan 27, 2020

State Representative Deanne Mazzochi (R-Elmhurst) filed legislation to help school districts whose costs are rising from Illinois’ imposing unfunded mandates—which in turn drives local property tax increases.

CITY OF WEST CHICAGO: Cultural Arts Commission Seeks Community Input

By Press release submission | Jan 23, 2020

As cities across the country have learned, the addition of public art in communities offers many benefits.

Casten’s “Basket of Deplorables” Moment

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2020

All the message-testing in the world can’t save a candidate from his own narrow-minded elitism.

NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT: Police Investigating Attempted Armed Robbery

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2020

On Thursday, January 16th at approximately 12:10 p.m., Naperville Police Department officers responded to the area of Olympus Drive and Tupelo Avenue for the report of an armed robbery that just occurred.

CITY OF ELMHURST: Pull to the Right for Sirens and Flashing Lights

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2020

Illinois law requires motorists to pull to the right--off the road if possible--and stop until emergency vehicles have passed.

From North Cook News

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 28: Murphy congratulates new Senate President Don Harmon

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

State Senator Laura Murphy (D-Des Plaines) congratulated new Senate President Don Harmon.

ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 21: Ellman urges local fire departments to apply for grant

By Press release submission | Jan 21, 2020

State Senator Laura Ellman (D-Naperville) is pleased to announce that the Office of the State Fire Marshal is now accepting applications for the state's Small Equipment Grant program.