The Illinois House could soon vote on a bill to provide free state IDs to people leaving Illinois prisons and jails. This plan passed out of the House Restorative Justice Committee on a partisan 5-3 vote. #twill Justin Slaughter Senator Christopher Belt #twill wandtv.com/news/il-house-…

Senate Democrats rally for permanent funding for community violence intervention programs across the state State Senator Robert Peters Elgie Sims Sen. Celina Villanueva ilsendems.co/3UoF4E0 youtu.be/8yL81GgGmnU?si…

Senate Bill 2234 passed the Senate floor this afternoon!
This legislation creates the Small Business Financing Transparency Act, which would provide better financial protections for small businesses in the state.
Read more: tinyurl.com/SenateBill2234

Behind every small business is a big dream and a lot of hustle. Let's honor that spirit this National Small Business Week! 🚀 #ShopLocal #HustleHard

Senate Bill 3235 is headed to the House!
This bill helps ensure we are taking steps forward in ensuring economic equity and opportunity is attainable for everyone in the state.
Read more! ➡️tinyurl.com/103-SB3235

I spoke at a press conference with the Illinois SOS and Mid-America Transplant to highlight the need for organ & tissue donation. We also heard stories from constituents who shared their experiences. As an organ donor recipient myself, I will always raise awareness on this topic

If you are considering college or technical school next school year, complete your 2024-25 FAFSA now at FAFSA.gov to access state and federal financial aid opportunities! #RocktheFAFSAIL #MissionforTuition

In work zones, patience is more than a virtue – it's a lifesaver. Let's practice patience and caution to ensure everyone gets home safely. 🚦🚧 #WorkZoneAwareness #RespectTheZone

Senate Floor Amendment No. 5 to SB 2234 is passed by #SenFinance Committee. Having completed their business for today, #SenFinance has adjourned. Bills acted on today may be found here: ilsendems.co/3InU1Rl

Time’s up! #TaxDay is here. Make sure your federal and state income tax returns are postmarked by the end of the day today to avoid penalties.

People leaving Illinois prisons and jails could soon receive a state ID for free. Incarcerated people who previously held a state ID or driver's license would be able to submit a form to the Secretary of State's Office. Senator Christopher Belt #twill
wandtv.com/news/illinois-…

Let's break the silence and shatter the stigma. Join us this Sexual Violence Awareness Month to stand with survivors, raise awareness, and foster a culture of consent and respect. Together, we can create a safer and more supportive world for all. #SAAM #BreakTheSilence

Governor Pritzker launches second stage of the Illinois Grocery Initiative twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

In recent years, retaining & recruiting volunteer firefighters has become challenging. In hopes to see an increase in these volunteers all over the state, I pushed for a $500 tax credit last spring - which became a reality.
Video here: tinyurl.com/VEWTaxCredit

Today is #WorldAutismDay . Nearly 1 in 44 children are living with an autism spectrum disorder, making it more important than ever that we practice inclusion in our day-to-day lives. Learn more about programs and resources available in Illinois at tap-illinois.org.

We cannot afford to continue seeing declining numbers of nurses in rural communities. McKendree University was awarded funds for nursing school grants to focus on the shortage in surrounding hospitals, designating funds for nursing student scholarships.
tinyurl.com/McKendreeNursi…

Today Senate Democrats wore purple to support the 230,000 Illinoisans living with dementia & more than 300,000 individuals caring for them. We heard from ALZ Illinois Advocacy about how we can best work together to make our state dementia capable! #ENDALZ #AlzILAdvocacy

Check out these two bills I advanced out of committees this week!
SB 3235➡️tinyurl.com/SB3235
SB 2234➡️tinyurl.com/SB-2234

This update from Springfield features news from State Senator Mike Porfirio, helping to make it easier for military service members to participate in local government service, as well as Sen. Natalie Toro, Sen. Omar Aquino, SenDorisTurner, and @SenatorBelt.

LISTEN: ilsendems.co/3SXTr1m

Two organizations in Belleville are set to receiving funding for new paratransit vehicles to help offer more safe and accessible transportation options around the community, thanks to support from State Rep. Jay Hoffman and I.
Read more: senatorbelt.com/news/press-rel…