Illinois State Senator Jason Plummer
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Recent News About Illinois State Senator Jason Plummer
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Plummer seeks community help for Valentines for Seniors program
Valentine's Day serves as an opportunity to express care and affection.
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Illinois lawmakers begin new session with focus on budget deficit and election integrity
The 104th General Assembly of Illinois has commenced, marking a new chapter for the state's government.
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Tips for reducing holiday energy costs while staying festive
As the holiday season approaches, many households are preparing to decorate with festive lights and ornaments.
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Illinois Senate Republicans urge action on prison drug crisis
Illinois Senate Republicans are urging Governor JB Pritzker to take immediate action to address the drug crisis in state prisons.
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Illinois ranks low in state tax competitiveness index
A recent study by the Tax Foundation has placed Illinois in the lower ranks of tax competitiveness, listing it 37th in its State Tax Competitiveness Index.
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Safety tips shared for Thanksgiving cooking and travel
Illinois residents are gearing up for the Thanksgiving holiday, whether celebrating at home or traveling to visit family and friends.
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Illinois introduces I-CASH for recovering unpaid wages
Illinois workers now have a new avenue to recover unpaid wages and penalties.
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Senate Republicans urge no new taxes amid looming Illinois budget deficit
The General Assembly's Veto Session concluded with minimal legislative activity, wrapping up on Thursday.
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Illinois Grocery Initiative offers $11M grants for new stores in food deserts
Round 2 of the Illinois Grocery Initiative's "New Stores in Food Deserts" program is now open, offering $11 million in grants to support the development of grocery stores in underserved areas.
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Halloween safety tips shared by Sen. Plummer
With Halloween approaching, Senator Plummer has provided safety guidelines to ensure a secure trick-or-treating experience.
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Federal support lawsuit against Illinois interchange fee prohibition act
The federal government has intervened in a legal challenge concerning a recent Illinois law that may alter the handling of transaction fees by banks and credit unions.
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Senator Plummer engages youth with advisory council event
State Senator Jason Plummer recently hosted his annual Youth Advisory Council at Kaskaskia College’s Education Center in Vandalia. The event, held on October 1, gathered approximately 80 students from 18 high schools across the region.
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Senator Plummer recognized by Illinois Chamber for support to free enterprise
State Senator Plummer has been honored as a Champion of Free Enterprise by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce. This recognition underscores Senator Plummer’s ongoing commitment to pro-growth legislation that fosters a better climate for job creators in Illinois.
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Illinois State Board of Education seeks nominations for excellence awards
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is seeking nominations for outstanding educators, administrators, and school professionals who have made significant contributions to Illinois' public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools.
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Illinois updates CDL test procedures, removes parallel parking requirement
New changes to the Illinois Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) test went into effect on September 1st. These updates impact both CDL and non-CDL drivers with a J51 restriction. Notably, the parallel parking requirement has been removed from the test.
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National Farm Safety and Health Week emphasizes proactive measures
National Farm Safety and Health Week, observed from September 15 to 21, highlights the importance of safety in the agricultural industry.
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Illinois residents urged to register as general election nears
With the general election approaching, Illinois residents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the voting process and registration requirements. Voting provides an opportunity for citizens to participate in government decisions.
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Study shows Illinois losing young high-earning professionals
Young professionals are rapidly becoming one of Illinois’ top exports, according to new data from SmartAsset, which ranks Illinois among the top states losing millennials to more tax-friendly states.
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Illinois officials organize roundtables to discuss aging issues statewide
In an effort to address the growing needs of Illinois’ older adult population, state aging officials are organizing a series of roundtable discussions open to service providers, caregivers, older adults, and the general public.
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Illinois faces soaring cost of living amid rising insurance rates and taxes
Illinois residents continue to face significant increases in their cost of living. The latest report from Insurify reveals that Illinois’ car insurance rates have surged by 46% since 2023. Illinois now ranks among the top five states for year-over-year car insurance increases, putting additional financial strain on families already dealing with rising expenses and increased tax burdens.