Wetlands are one of Illinois' greatest natural assets—we must take action to protect them! Watch this LWVIL webinar to learn more about how you can support the Wetlands Protection Act.
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Explore gun violence through the lens of domestic violence and the social and economic circumstances that often lead to it. Let’s discuss reducing gun violence by addressing known risks.
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While the constitution guarantees a right to free speech as a core tenet of democracy, mis- and disinformation pose an increasing threat to it. Learn why navigating a balance between the two is critical to maintaining open elections and preserving democratic processes.
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Learn how Illinois can rise to the challenge of meeting the basic needs of a growing low-income population while also ensuring the safety and well-being of new arrivals by leveraging fiscal policy.
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How do we prevent corruption in government? Featured speaker Dave McKinney explores why enshrining government transparency and accountability into law are solutions that matter.
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Filling out a witness slip is a quick and easy way to let legislators know whether you support or oppose a bill. Here are some tips!
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This Earth Month, we encourage you to learn more about environmental threats facing our communities. Check out these four easy ways to engage with League resources and take action for the planet all month long.
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It’s time to get to know the people we’ve elected! League members are encouraged to participate in our tradition of meeting up with legislators.
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Despite advancements in mental health and substance use parity, discriminatory private insurance practices continue—restricting access to treatment. HB4475 discourages discriminatory private insurance practices.
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Support community-based mental health services! HB4665 creates a fund to support community behavioral health providers to hire and retain professional staff.
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CO2 pipelines have been proposed in 23 Illinois counties, and they pose a safety risk to residents. HB4835, the Safety Moratorium on Carbon Dioxide Pipelines Act, temporarily stops CO2 pipelines and allows Illinois the time it needs to develop regulations that will protect its residents.
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Protect domestic violence survivors! Karina’s Bill would authorize judges to issue search warrants with orders of protection to remove guns from the hands of abusers.
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Help prevent corruption in Illinois government! HB4591 would require more transparency for the financial dealings of lobbyists and strengthen enforcement of ethical lobbying practices.
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We were recently joined by Matt Dietrich, public information officer of the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE), to discuss how Illinois keeps its elections secure. Watch the recording!
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We strongly encourage Democrats and Republicans in the state legislature to come together on a bill that would strengthen the authority of an independent Legislative Inspector General.
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Wetlands keep our water clean and help fight climate change. Protect Illinois wetlands! Take a minute to submit a witness slip supporting SB3669.
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Last month, the League spoke out on environmental protection, criminal justice, and government transparency, and more.
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Pre-trial detention in Illinois will now be based on community safety, not on the financial fitness of a defendant.
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Ask your state rep and senator to to vote YES on bills that will ban polystyrene foam foodware and plastic bags. These threats to our environment have no place in 2024.
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