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| Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois Newsletter for 2026-04-07 ( 24 items ) |
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AIDS Foundation of Chicago: Trump Admin's 2027 Budget Calls Out AFC, Slashes HIV, Health, and Housing Funding (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 7 -- The AIDS Foundation of Chicago issued the following statement on April 6, 2026, by Timothy S. Jackson, senior director of policy and advocacy:
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Trump Admin's 2027 Budget Calls Out AFC, Slashes HIV, Health, and Housing Funding
On Friday, April 3, the Trump administration released its Fiscal Year 2027 discretionary budget. In budgeting, it's often said that you "shouldn't tell me where your priorities are. Show me where you spend your money and I'll tell you what they are." In his FY2027 proposed budget, Pre more PR
Del. A.G. Jennings Sues Trump to Block Election Interference (10)
DOVER, Delaware, April 7 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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AG Jennings sues Trump to block election interference
President's executive order threatens to disenfranchise eligible voters, violates state authority over elections
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Attorney General Kathy Jennings on Friday joined a coalition of 24 states in filing a federal lawsuit challenging Donald Trump's unlawful Executive Order to restrict voter eligibility and mail voting to lists of voters pre-authorized by the federal more PR
FAA Updates Flight Procedures to Enhance Airspace Safety (10)
WASHINGTON, April 7 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued a final rule modifying the flight operations at various airports across the national airspace system. This regulatory action establishes, amends, or removes standard instrument approach procedures and associated takeoff minimums to ensure the safe use of navigable airspace.
The updates address changes in air traffic requirements and the addition of navigational obstacles. By revising these standards, the agency aims to maintain efficienc more PR
FDIC to Terminate Receivership for Citizens National Bank (10)
WASHINGTON, April 6 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation announced its intent to terminate the receivership of Citizens National Bank, Macomb, Illinois. FDIC has completed the liquidation of assets for the institution.
FDIC will issue a final dividend payment to proven creditors, provided funds are available and in accordance with the law. Officials determined that maintaining the receivership no longer serves a useful purpose.
Consequently, the receivership is scheduled to close no sooner than May 1, 2026.
Citizens National more PR
Hyatt and Brigade Group Announce Plans for Grand Hyatt Chennai ECR and Hyatt House Bengaluru Devanahalli (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release:
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Hyatt and Brigade Group Announce Plans for Grand Hyatt Chennai ECR and Hyatt House Bengaluru Devanahalli
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Grand Hyatt Chennai ECR to deliver exceptional beachfront experiences and Hyatt House Bengaluru Devanahalli will offer spacious and well-equipped accommodations for short or long-term stays
Chicago, IL, April 6, 2026 - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the signing of management agree more PR
Influenza Vaccine Effective in Reducing Hospitalizations, Outpatient Visits of Children With Influenza: Study (10)
ITASCA, Illinois, April 6 [Category: Medical] -- The American Academy of Pediatrics issued the following news release:
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Influenza Vaccine Effective in Reducing Hospitalizations, Outpatient Visits of Children With Influenza: Study
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A Pediatrics study found the influenza vaccine was 34% to 60% effective in preventing hospitalizations and outpatient visits of children with influenza during three flu seasons between 2021-2024.
The study, "Pediatric Vaccine Effectiveness against Influenza Hospitalization and Outpatient Visits: 2021-2024, more PR
Iowa Education Dept.: Iowa's Class of 2025 Graduation Rate Reaches 88.8%, Exceeding Prepandemic Graduation Rates and Showing Significant Gains Across Student Groups (10)
DES MOINES, Iowa, April 7 -- The Iowa Department of Education issued the following news release on April 6, 2026:
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Iowa's Class of 2025 graduation rate reaches 88.8%, exceeding prepandemic graduation rates and showing significant gains across student groups
Dropout rates declined, with fewer students dropping out now than before the pandemic
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Iowa's high school graduation rate increased half of a percentage point, reaching 88.8% for the graduating class of 2025, according to figures released today by the Iowa Department of Education. more PR
IRS Issues Notice on 2026 Calendar Year Resident Population Figures (10)
WASHINGTON, April 7 -- The Internal Revenue Service issued the following notice (No. 2026-22) on April 6, 2026, entitled "2026 Calendar Year Resident Population Figures".
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2026 Calendar Year Resident Population Figures
This notice advises State and local housing credit agencies that allocate low-income housing tax credits under Sec. 42 of the Internal Revenue Code, and States and other issuers of tax-exempt private activity bonds under Sec. 141, of the population figures to use in calculating: (1) the 2026 calendar year population-based more PR
ITC Schedules Final Phase of China Amino Acid Investigation (10)
WASHINGTON, April 6 (TNSFR) -- The International Trade Commission announced the scheduling of the final phase of antidumping and countervailing duty investigations regarding animal feed-grade l-lysine imports from China. This action follows a determination by the U.S. Department of Commerce that these amino acid products are subsidized and sold in the U.S. at less than fair value.
The investigation seeks to determine if the domestic industry is injured or if its establishment is delayed by these imports. L-lysine is an essential amino acid use more PR
JULY 14-17: National Marine Manufacturers Association Member Opportunities at Marine Accessories Pavilion, Returning to ICAST 2026 (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release:
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Member Opportunities at Marine Accessories Pavilion, Returning to ICAST 2026
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ICAST-the world's premier sportfishing trade show-returns July 14-17 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando and is expected to be one of the largest gatherings of the global fishing industry this year. NMMA is offering members the unique opportunity to stand out by exhibiting in the Marine Accessories Pavilion (MAP), more PR
Latest Outboard Engine Trends Report Shows Shift to Higher Horsepower Continues (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 [Category: Business] (TNSxrep) -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release:
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Latest Outboard Engine Trends Report Shows Shift to Higher Horsepower Continues
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NMMA released its annual Outboard Engine Sales Trends report, part of the 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract, offering a comprehensive look at one of the recreational boating industry's closely watched segments.
In 2025, U.S. outboard engine sales totaled 267,000 units, a 3.9% decline year-over-y more PR
Manhattan Institute Issues Commentary to Bloomberg Opinion: New York City Can't Afford Both Big Pensions and Free Buses (10)
NEW YORK, April 7 -- The Manhattan Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary on April 6, 2026, by senior fellow Allison Schrager to Bloomberg Opinion:
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New York City Can't Afford Both Big Pensions and Free Buses
Cities such as New York and Chicago are in deep financial trouble. Broadly speaking, they have two options: Make the difficult but appropriate choice to raise taxes and reduce the scale of government, or continue to live in a state of denial, increasing their pension obligations while also promising their residents more PR
Michael Mestitz Recognized by National LGBTQ+ Bar Association (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- McDermott Will and Emery, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Michael Mestitz Recognized by National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
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International law firm McDermott Will & Schulte is pleased to announce that Michael Mestitz has been recognized among the 40 Best LGBTQ+ Lawyers Under 40 by the National LGBTQ+ Bar Association.
Michael is a member of the firm's Supreme Court & Appellate Litigation and Government & Regulatory Litigation Practice Groups. He has been the primary o more PR
National FOP Welcomes Remarks by FBI Director Patel on Those Who Target Law Enforcement Officers for Violence (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Fraternal Order of Police posted the following news release:
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National FOP Welcomes Remarks by FBI Director Patel on Those Who Target Law Enforcement Officers for Violence
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Washington, DC - Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, applauded Kash Patel, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, who issued a strong warning to individuals who attack law enforcement officers, during an appearance on SiriusXM Patriots, "Breitbart more PR
NBA Group to Host Nashville Fundraiser Ahead of Annual Conference (10)
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, April 7 -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog on April 6, 2026, by Azya Thornton:
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NBA Group to Host Nashville Fundraiser Ahead of Annual Conference
The Judicial Council of the National Bar Association (NBA) will host a reception and fundraiser on April 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. CDT at the law offices of Baker Donelson to support several events planned for the NBA's annual conference, which will take place July 25 through Aug. 1 in Nashville.
NBA Judicial Council Chair Justice Freddre more PR
Northern Illinois University: Huskie Trek Talks to Honor Bold Ideas for a Third Year (10)
DEKALB, Illinois, April 7 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news:
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Huskie Trek Talks to honor bold ideas for a third year
At NIU, ideas don't sit idle. They spark bold conversations, partnerships, programs and tools that change lives. On April 18, 2026, ideas will take center stage at the Third Annual Huskie Trek Talks: Ideas in Motion, spotlighting the newest voices in campus innovation while directly fueling the next wave of research and impact through philanthropic investment.
Unlike traditional lecture-style even more PR
NSC Study Highlights Benefits of Workplace Injury Prevention Technology (10)
ITASCA, Illinois, April 6 [Category: Transportation] -- The National Safety Council posted the following news:
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NSC Study Highlights Benefits of Workplace Injury Prevention Technology
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Workers who use technology to prevent musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) on the job report real benefits: reduced concern about injury, improved posture and greater awareness of risks that lead to pain and strain. This conclusion comes from new National Safety Council research that puts worker experience at the center of the conversatio more PR
PCS Joint Task Force becomes Personal Property Activity (10)
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 6 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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PCS Joint Task Force becomes Personal Property Activity
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The War Department Personal Property Activity recently marked a significant milestone: moving from a Permanent Change of Station Joint Task Force to becoming a permanent, enduring organization that is dedicated to supporting military personnel, DOW civilians and their families through the complexities of PCS moves.
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Press start to change your mind (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news:
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Press start to change your mind
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Imagine a video game where you're a squirrel in a beautiful forest, gathering acorns to prepare for the winter.
At first, collecting them is satisfying. But then a narrator warns you: acorns with sap attract predators. Now you need to clean every one.
The pressure mounts. You realize you need to clean more and more acorns if you want to survive the winter. It becomes less obvious which acorns are contaminated or not more PR
Ralph H. Johnson Health Care System Becomes First Veterans Affairs Site to Join ALZ-NET (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 [Category: Health Care] -- The Alzheimer's Association posted the following news release:
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Ralph H. Johnson Health Care System Becomes First Veterans Affairs Site to Join ALZ-NET
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- Collaboration aims to improve care for Veterans living with Alzheimer's disease -
CHICAGO and CHARLESTON, SC - The Ralph H. Johnson Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Care System in Charleston, South Carolina, is the first VA site to join the Alzheimer's Network for Treatment and Diagnostics ( ALZ-NET ). The milestone marks an importa more PR
SCHNEIDER REINTRODUCES BILL EXPANDING FMLA TO COVER LOSS OF A CHILD (10)
WASHINGTON, April 6 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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SCHNEIDER REINTRODUCES BILL EXPANDING FMLA TO COVER LOSS OF A CHILD
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LINCOLNSHIRE, IL - Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10), along with Congressmen Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Don Beyer (VA-08) and Sean Casten (IL-06), introduced the Sarah Grace-Farley-Kluger-Barklage Act, a bill to ensure that parents who have lost a child are entitled to 12 weeks of bereavement leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Currently, FMLA provides e more PR
Ten librarians receive prestigious 2026 I Love My Librarian Award for outstanding public service (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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Ten librarians receive prestigious 2026 I Love My Librarian Award for outstanding public service
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CHICAGO - The American Library Association (ALA) is thrilled to announce this year's 10 recipients of the coveted I Love My Librarian Award. Serving communities across the nation, the 2026 honorees are exceptional librarians from academic, public, and school libraries who were nominated by community members for their ex more PR
Triple-I Launches Legal System Abuse Awareness Campaigns in Oklahoma and Wisconsin (10)
NEW YORK, April 6 [Category: Insurance] -- The Insurance Information Institute issued the following news release:
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Triple-I Launches Legal System Abuse Awareness Campaigns in Oklahoma and Wisconsin
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MALVERN, Pa., April 7, 2026 - The Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I) has deployed comprehensive awareness campaigns in Oklahoma and Wisconsin, underscoring the impact of lawsuit abuse on consumer costs and outlining the need for tort reform.
The campaigns utilize digital display advertising around the Capitol Districts of each sta more PR
Unbound Collection by Hyatt Celebrates 10 Years with New Story-Worthy Hotels Across the Americas (10)
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 6 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release:
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The Unbound Collection by Hyatt Celebrates 10 Years with New Story-Worthy Hotels Across the Americas
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The Georgian, Hotel 1000, Cayo Levantado Resort and The Clayfield to join the growing portfolio of distinctive independent hotels in 2026
CHICAGO (April 6, 2026) - As The Unbound Collection by Hyatt celebrates its 10 th anniversary, Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) is pleased to announce four recent an more PR
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