Celebrating Illinois Nurses' Dedication and Compassion
Illinois – This week we celebrate the incredible nurses across Illinois for their dedication, compassion, and resilience.
Illinois – This week we celebrate the incredible nurses across Illinois for their dedication, compassion, and resilience.
On May 11, a nationwide effort will take place as mail carriers across all 50 states do more than just deliver mail. The Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive is transforming mail routes into lifelines for those in need of support.
Yesterday, the memory of Illinois firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities was honored. Their courage and dedication were commemorated at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony in Springfield. The commitment was made to never forget their service and sacrifice.
The 2024 Cop on a Rooftop event, an annual fundraiser for Special Olympics Illinois, is set to take place statewide on Friday, May 17 from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. The public is invited to visit any participating Dunkin’ Donuts to support this worthy cause.
State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro recently expressed her concerns about the growing lack of civility and mutual respect in society, particularly among those with differing views. "I want to discuss my concerns with some things happening across our state and country," she said. She referenced recent news stories that highlight a worrying trend, including protests on college campuses and around O'Hare airport, as well as instances of foreign flags being flown above the American flag.
Springfield was recently the host city for the annual lobby day event organized by Tradeswomen. This gathering, which took place last week at the State Capitol, served as an excellent platform for individuals to gain insights into the trades and establish connections with union representatives. The focus of these interactions was primarily on exploring the numerous opportunities available for women in the construction industry.
Rep. Sanalitro Reflects on First Term
State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) is celebrating the successful passage of Senate Bill 3567 in the House of Representatives. This legislation enhances transparency and accessibility for taxpayers by mandating the prominent display of the Truth in Taxation notice on local government websites.
Illinois State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) cast a "no" vote today against the State of Illinois' FY2025 budget, which totals $53.1 billion, marking it as the largest spending plan in state history. Rep. Sanalitro expressed concerns that the budget would adversely affect small businesses, individuals, and families within Illinois.
The legislature has approved the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, guiding spending for the year beginning on July 1, 2024. The budget includes estimated revenues of $53.281 billion and spending of $53.074 billion, making it the largest in state history. It surpasses the Governor's February request by several hundred million dollars and incorporates nearly $1 billion in tax increases.
SPRINGFIELD, IL – State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro has voiced opposition to the State of Illinois FY2025 Budget, which includes $1 billion in tax hikes and increased spending on non-citizens and migrants.
BLOOMINGDALE, IL – The passage of SB3476 marks a significant development for seniors and those in need. This legislation exempts home-delivered meals from taxes, aiding programs such as Meals on Wheels, which has been delivering meals to seniors across the Chicagoland area and Illinois for decades.
BLOOMINGDALE, IL – State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro will host a Kids Fair on Friday, June 14th. The event is scheduled from 9 AM to 12 PM at Erickson Elementary School in Bloomingdale, IL.