Around the District
Thanks to everyone who joined us this week at our Senior Health Fair in Quincy! We had a great turnout and a great time! And also thanks to the Kroc center for always partnering with us on events important to our community.
Heads up! If you’re preparing to renew your license or registration in Jacksonville, please note that there will be a temporary relocation of DMV services while facility renovations are completed.
New Voter Integrity Bill Requires Proof of Citizenship
House Republicans have filed legislation to require proof of citizenship during voter registration. This bill is a proactive step toward enhancing voter integrity and election security, which are cornerstones of a functioning democracy.
Our communities continue to feel the effects of the ongoing migrant crisis, and it’s critical that we make improvements to secure the voting process, and to help restore public confidence in every election outcome.
The bill, HB5887, will proceed through the legislative process.
Gun Ban Challenge Update
Southern District of Illinois federal Judge Stephen McGlynn could soon rule on the consolidated case challenging Democrats’ firearms ban.
Jury of 12 Finally Selected in Madigan Corruption Case
And on the seventh day, a jury was selected. After a long week of intensive questioning, a panel of 12 people who will decide the fate of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was finalized Thursday, although attorneys for both sides will not finish picking alternates to sit for the landmark trial until next week. Opening statements are scheduled for Monday afternoon.
Madigan, 82, the Democratic powerhouse who served for decades as speaker of the Illinois House, faces racketeering charges alleging he ran his state and political operations like a criminal enterprise, scheming with utility giants ComEd and AT&T to put his cronies on contracts requiring little or no work and using his public position to drum up business for his private law firm.
Enjoy Fall in Illinois!
Plan your seasonal adventures with this guide that includes everything from pumpkin patches, ziplines, corn mazes & trails to a full Fall food & drink menu! It even has a Fall colors trip planner.
https://www.enjoyillinois.com/plan-your-trip/seasonal-adventures/fall-in-illinois