Honoring those who gave their lives 5/25/2020 Remembering the brave men and women who answered the call of duty to serve their country and ultimately gave their lives. Read more about Honoring those who gave their lives
'Reform' legislation opens door for election fraud 5/22/2020 Senator Jil Tracy says she did not support an election reform omnibus bill approved May 22 because it opens wide a door to election fraud. Read more about 'Reform' legislation opens door for election fraud
Sen. Tracy co-sponsors responsible reopening plan 5/21/2020 Senator Jil Tracy is joining her colleagues in offering a safe and responsible reopening plan for residents and businesses in Illinois. Read more about Sen. Tracy co-sponsors responsible reopening plan
Strong opposition stops Pritzker rule that would criminalize business owners 5/20/2020 In the wake of strong opposition, Governor Pritzker is withdrawing a rule he submitted May 15. Read more about Strong opposition stops Pritzker rule that would criminalize business owners
National EMS Week is May 17-23 5/17/2020 Thank you for all you do to keep our communities safe! Read more about National EMS Week is May 17-23
Peace Officers Memorial Day commemorated on May 15! 5/15/2020 Thank you for your service and your sacrifice! Read more about Peace Officers Memorial Day commemorated on May 15!
Tracy calls for lawmaker input into re-opening plan next week 5/14/2020 The Governor’s plan to re-open Illinois needs the input of all of the state’s diverse regions. Read more about Tracy calls for lawmaker input into re-opening plan next week
Lawmakers heading back to Springfield, LaHood visits Quincy 5/13/2020 Thanks to continued calls by Republican leaders, lawmakers will return to Springfield May 20-22 to address issues facing Illinois as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more about Lawmakers heading back to Springfield, LaHood visits Quincy
Happy Mother's Day! 5/9/2020 Honoring mothers everywhere and the important roles they play in our lives!v Read more about Happy Mother's Day!
Pritzker’s plan to re-open Illinois could be too little, too late 5/6/2020 The Governor’s plan to re-open Illinois is too little, too late, and could very well mean the closing of many small businesses in west central Illinois. Read more about Pritzker’s plan to re-open Illinois could be too little, too late
National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8! 5/4/2020 Thank you, Teachers! Read more about National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8!
Tracy reacts to Brady’s statement about returning to Capitol 5/2/2020 Senator Jil Tracy joins her Senate Republican colleagues in calling on the Governor and other state leaders to return to the Capitol and complete the General Assembly’s Spring legislative session. Read more about Tracy reacts to Brady’s statement about returning to Capitol
Tracy, other Senators send FOIA to Corrections 5/2/2020 Lawmakers seek information about inmates released. Read more about Tracy, other Senators send FOIA to Corrections
Governor Pritzker issues modified stay-at-home order April 23 4/23/2020 The Governor's modified extension of his stay-at-home order will take effect on May 1 and stay in place until the end of May. Read more about Governor Pritzker issues modified stay-at-home order April 23
Happy Earth Day! 4/22/2020 Today is the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day! Read more about Happy Earth Day!
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month 4/16/2020 Illinois encourages communities to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness messages and to promote prevention efforts across the country. Read more about April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Small businesses need us now, more than ever! 4/15/2020 Support small businesses however you can! Read more about Small businesses need us now, more than ever!
Helping women return to education 4/14/2020 The Conference of Women Legislators announces the 2020-2021 Annual Scholarship Awards Program. Read more about Helping women return to education
Pritzker must prioritize unemployment benefits for gig workers 4/13/2020 Senator Jil Tracy is calling on Governor J.B. Pritzker to prioritize changes needed to provide unemployment benefits for self-employed or “gig” workers, instead of making them wait another month. Read more about Pritzker must prioritize unemployment benefits for gig workers
Stay home for them! 4/10/2020 So many important reasons to stay at home! Read more about Stay home for them!
Self-employed workers still cannot access unemployment benefits 4/9/2020 Senator Bill Brady has sent a letter to the Governor asking why self-employed workers still cannot access unemployment benefits. Read more about Self-employed workers still cannot access unemployment benefits
Illinois State Museum gathering COVID-19 stories for future generations 4/7/2020 The Illinois State Museum is asking Illinois residents to share stories that reflect their experience during the COVID-19 pandemic, for the benefit of future generations. Read more about Illinois State Museum gathering COVID-19 stories for future generations
Thank you, public safety employees! 4/6/2020 Thank you for keeping our neighborhoods, our communities and our state safe! Read more about Thank you, public safety employees!