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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois Newsletter for 2025-06-24 ( 29 items )  
$695,000 Raised at 40th Annual CITGO Lake Charles Refinery Golf Classic to Benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 24 -- The Muscular Dystrophy Association issued the following news release: * * * $695,000 Raised at 40th Annual CITGO Lake Charles Refinery Golf Classic to Benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association Lake Charles, La. - The CITGO Lake Charles Refinery hosted its 40th annual CITGO MDA Golf Classic, raising a record-breaking $695,000 to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Funds from the tournament and related initiatives will help accelerate research, advan more PR

'Gathering in the Motherland': Adler University Professor Leads ICCP 2026 in Nigeria (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 24 -- Adler University issued the following news: * * * 'Gathering in the Motherland': Adler University professor leads ICCP 2026 in Nigeria Global gathering brings community psychologists to share ideas, shape the future of the field * Is it possible to think of China without imagining the Yangtze River, ancient Egypt without the influence of the Nile, or Caesar's Rome and Dante's Florence without picturing the Tiber and the Arno? Water has always been a powerful s more PR

ALA report spotlights prison libraries' strategic role in reentry (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 23 [Category: Libraries] (TNSrpt) -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * New ALA report spotlights prison libraries' strategic role in reentry * Report authors to discuss findings at ALA Annual Conference 2025 WASHINGTON - A new report released today by the American Library Association explores the essential role of prison libraries in lowering recidivism by better preparing incarcerated people for their release and why further  more PR

Aldersgate Federal Credit Union Conserved (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 21 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * Aldersgate Federal Credit Union Conserved * ALEXANDRIA, Va. (June 18, 2025) - The National Credit Union Administration today placed Aldersgate Federal Credit Union in Marion, Illinois, into conservatorship. Member services will continue while the NCUA works to resolve issues affecting the credit union's operations. Member deposits at Aldersgate Federal Credit Union remain prot more PR

Aldersgate Federal Credit Union Conserved (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 22 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * Aldersgate Federal Credit Union Conserved * ALEXANDRIA, Va. (June 18, 2025) - The National Credit Union Administration today placed Aldersgate Federal Credit Union in Marion, Illinois, into conservatorship. Member services will continue while the NCUA works to resolve issues affecting the credit union's operations. Member deposits at Aldersgate Federal Credit Union remain prot more PR

Aldersgate Federal Credit Union Conserved (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 23 -- The National Credit Union Administration issued the following news release: * * * Aldersgate Federal Credit Union Conserved * ALEXANDRIA, Va. (June 18, 2025) - The National Credit Union Administration today placed Aldersgate Federal Credit Union in Marion, Illinois, into conservatorship. Member services will continue while the NCUA works to resolve issues affecting the credit union's operations. Member deposits at Aldersgate Federal Credit Union remain prot more PR

CAP Statement on Prior Authorization Changes (10)
NORTHFIELD, Illinois, June 24 (TNSrpt) -- The College of American Pathologists issued the following statement on June 23, 2025: * * * CAP Statement on Prior Authorization Changes WASHINGTON-- College of American Pathologists (CAP) President Donald S. Karcher, MD, FCAP, said pathologists agree work is needed to ensure timely access to medical care following an announcement by the Trump Administration and insurers regarding health insurance policy changes related to prior authorization. The fol more PR

Climbers Brave the Heat to Raise Over $350K at Soldier Field for Lung Health (10)
WASHINGTON, June 22 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Lung Association posted the following news release: * * * Climbers Brave the Heat to Raise Over $350K at Soldier Field for Lung Health * This morning, more than 700 people raised over $350,000 at the 2025 Chicago Fight For Air Climb, locally presented by UnitedHealthcare, at the iconic Soldier Field Stadium. The annual Chicago Climb supports more than 1.4 million people living with lung disease in Illinois. Climbers of all skill l more PR

Congressman Danny K. Davis Condemns Unilateral Military Threats, Urges Diplomacy Over War in U.S.-Iran Relations (10)
WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Danny K. Davis, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Danny K. Davis Condemns Unilateral Military Threats, Urges Diplomacy Over War in U.S.-Iran Relations * Go ahead once again, President Trump has overstepped his bounds and is acting like a king, dictator, or something worse. Without any interaction or discussion with Congress, he has attacked congressional intelligence. Anything else. Yeah, like the song said, WAR, what is it good for? more PR

Congressman Evans' Third Bipartisan Bill Passes the House (10)
WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Gabe Evans, R-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Evans' Third Bipartisan Bill Passes the House * Today the House of Representatives passed Congressman Gabe Evans' bipartisan bill to find more ways for the United States to attract more foreign direct investment. Evans' Global Investment in American Jobs Act (link is external) was introduced with Democrat Illinois Representative Robin Kelly. This is Congressman Evans' third bill to pass more PR

Congressmen Krishnamoorthi and Jackson Demand Access to South Loop ICE Facility to Perform Oversight After Being Turned Away (10)
WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Congressmen Krishnamoorthi and Jackson Demand Access to South Loop ICE Facility to Perform Oversight After Being Turned Away * CHICAGO, IL - Just days after their attempt to conduct oversight at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in the South Loop (link is external) of Chicago was denied, Congressmen Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) have sent a letter more PR

Core Webinar: Marketing Your Library (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 23 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * Core Webinar: Marketing Your Library * CHICAGO--Join Core for the webinar "Marketing Your Library" on July 16, 2025, at 1 p.m. CT. In today's digital age, libraries must go beyond traditional promotion to effectively reach and engage diverse audiences. Program participants will be provided the with the tools and strategies needed to market their services, programs, an more PR

Despite the L.A. Fires, Texas Outpaced California in 2025 Q1 Insurance Claims (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 23 [Category: Insurance] -- The American Property Casualty Insurance Association posted the following news release: * * * Despite the L.A. Fires, Texas Outpaced California in 2025 Q1 Insurance Claims * WASHINGTON - The tragic and historic wildfires in Los Angeles this past January have driven the cost of insurance claims upward in 2025, but even with that event, California still did not lead the nation in the first quarter of the year in overall claims. That honor w more PR

Durbin Questions State Attorneys General At Bicameral Spotlight Forum On Democrats' Legal Fight Against Trump's Lawlessness (10)
WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Questions State Attorneys General At Bicameral Spotlight Forum On Democrats' Legal Fight Against Trump's Lawlessness * June 23, 2025 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today questioned state Attorneys General at a bicameral spotlight forum entitled "Defending the Rights of the People: States and Congressional  more PR

Future-ready with fiber, Fidium upgrades connectivity in Winter Harbor (10)
MATTOON, Illinois, June 23 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Consolidated Communications, a broadband and business communications provider, posted the following news release: * * * Future-ready with fiber, Fidium upgrades connectivity in Winter Harbor * All-fiber, symmetrical speed network from Fidium offers new opportunities for entertainment, economic development, remote learning, telehealth and more, with plans as low as $30 WINTER HARBOR, Maine -- June 23, 2025 -- Fidium, Maine's be more PR

GE HealthCare enhances cardiac diagnostics with innovative molecular imaging solutions showcased at SNMMI 2025 (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 23 [Category: Health Care] -- G.E. HealthCare posted the following news release: * * * GE HealthCare enhances cardiac diagnostics with innovative molecular imaging solutions showcased at SNMMI 2025 * * GE HealthCare continues to advance precision care in cardiology through innovative molecular imaging solutions to help support early diagnosis, tailored treatments, and improved patient outcomes. CHICAGO -- June 23, 2025 -- GE HealthCare's commitment to advancing preci more PR

Global Events Drive Cautious Outlook on Oil Prices and Logistics (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 23 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Global Events Drive Cautious Outlook on Oil Prices and Logistics * Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, including recent U.S. military action in Iran, have heightened investor sensitivity across energy and shipping markets. While these developments aim to maintain long-term stability in the region, near-term volatility has pushed Brent crude pr more PR

House Passes Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson's Sanctioning Sea Pirates Act to Protect Global Commerce and U.S. Security (10)
WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Jonathan Jackson, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson's Sanctioning Sea Pirates Act to Protect Global Commerce and U.S. Security * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson (IL-01) announced the passage of H.R. 1998, the Sanctioning Sea Pirates Act, landmark legislation to combat the rising threat of piracy in critical global shipping lanes and safeguard the economic and national securit more PR

Illinois Home Sales Lower in May, While Median Prices and Inventory Moved Higher (10)
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, June 24 (TNSxrep) -- Illinois Realtors issued the following news on June 23, 2025: * * * Illinois home sales lower in May, while median prices and inventory moved higher Illinois home sales continued a similar pattern in May with closed sales down while median prices and inventory saw year-over year gains, according to data from Illinois REALTORS(R). In May 2025, statewide home sales (including single-family homes and condominiums) of 12,674 homes sold was 4.7 percent  more PR

Journal of Emergency Nursing Inducted Into Nursing Journal Hall of Fame (10)
SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, June 24 -- The Emergency Nurses Association issued the following news: * * * Journal of Emergency Nursing Inducted into Nursing Journal Hall of Fame International Academy of Nursing Editors honors JEN for 50 years of contributions to nursing knowledge. * In addition to celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Journal of Emergency Nursing reached another significant milestone with its induction into the Nursing Journal Hall of Fame by the International Academy of more PR

Motorola Solutions Introduces Hybrid Cloud Call Handling Offer to Drive 911 Response Speed and Resiliency (10)
SCHAUMBURG, Illinois, June 24 -- Motorola Solutions issued the following news release: * * * Motorola Solutions Introduces Hybrid Cloud Call Handling Offer to Drive 911 Response Speed and Resiliency New offer to streamline path to cloud for U.S. public safety answering points * CHICAGO - June 23, 2025 - Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) today announced VESTA Hybrid, a new offer that unifies the power of Assist AI, advanced Radius Mapping and cyber resilience with VESTA 911 call handling softw more PR

Private Equity's Growing Role in Healthcare Bankruptcies Leaves Patients Vulnerable (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 24 (TNSrep) -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * Private equity's growing role in healthcare bankruptcies leaves patients vulnerable A recent Guardian investigation highlights how private equity's growing role in healthcare bankruptcies leaves vulnerable patients with little recourse. The story highlights the plight of people like Gene Davis, who endured multiple surgeries and implant failures, only to face obstacles in holding man more PR

Rep. Kelly introduces bill to protect access to birth control (10)
WASHINGTON, June 23 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Kelly introduces bill to protect access to birth control * WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) introduced the Access to Birth Control Act, which would guarantee patients' timely access to prescribed and over-the-counter birth control at pharmacies. Since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade three years ago tomorrow, refusals in pharmacies to fulfill a birth control prescription or pu more PR

RSM Launches NextWave: Next Chapter in AI and Digital Innovation (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 24 -- RSM U.S., an independent audit, tax and consulting firm, issued the following news release: * * * RSM Launches NextWave: Next Chapter in AI and Digital Innovation CHICAGO - (June 23, 2025) - RSM US LLP ("RSM") - the leading provider of assurance, tax and consulting services for the middle market - today announced the rebranding of its annual flagship innovation program. Formerly known as the Innovation Challenge, the event is now called RSM NextWave, signaling th more PR

SIU Scientists Examine How Pesticides May Impair Chinook Salmon (10)
CARBONDALE, Illinois, June 24 -- Southern Illinois University issued the following news release: * * * SIU scientists examine how pesticides may impair Chinook salmon CARBONDALE, Ill. - Scientists at Southern Illinois University Carbondale are making an iconic but troubled fish's life easier, looking at how pesticides may impact Chinook salmon's ability to avoid predators while migrating to the ocean. Michael Lydy, professor of zoology, and Kara Huff Hartz, senior scientist at SIU's Center f more PR

Turn Insight into Action: Watch MRAA's Digital Marketing Webinar Series On-Demand (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 23 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Turn Insight into Action: Watch MRAA's Digital Marketing Webinar Series On-Demand * In today's fast-moving digital landscape, staying current with marketing strategies can be challenging, especially when you're managing the day-to-day demands of a dealership. To help marine retailers stay competitive and confident in their marketing efforts, the MRAA Educa more PR

University of Chicago: Committee Recommends U.S. Build Muon Collider in Report on Future of Particle Physics (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 24 (TNSrep) -- The University of Chicago issued the following news: * * * Committee recommends U.S. build muon collider in report on future of particle physics UChicago scientists help lay out vision for the next 20-plus years of the field By Louise Lerner When trying to answer questions as deep as "what makes up the universe," advance planning is key. On June 11, the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine announced the result of a three-year stud more PR

Upper Valley gets fiber upgrade as Fidium furthers network in New Hampshire and Vermont (10)
MATTOON, Illinois, June 23 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Consolidated Communications, a broadband and business communications provider, posted the following news release: * * * Upper Valley gets fiber upgrade as Fidium furthers network in New Hampshire and Vermont * More than 26,000 homes and businesses in Sullivan County, Lebanon and White River Jct. will have all-fiber, symmetrical speed network access from Fidium, with plans as low as $30, by year's end CROYDON, N.H. & WHITE RIVE more PR

UScellular Breaks GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Title for Longest Temporary Mini Golf Hole (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 24 -- UScellular issued the following news release: * * * UScellular Breaks GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Title for Longest Temporary Mini Golf Hole Company built a 507-foot mini golf hole in Des Moines, Iowa to provide people a fun activity away from their phones * Des Moines, Iowa (June 23, 2025) - UScellular is officially the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Title holder for the longest temporary mini golf hole. The company built a 507-foot mini golf hole in Des Moines, Iowa, smas more PR