30 Aug 2017

Gov. Rauner statement on Hurricane Harvey

By Elizabeth Tomev

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Texas as they deal with unimaginable flooding from Hurricane Harvey.

30 Aug 2017

Gov. Rauner signs TRUST Act

By Elizabeth Tomev

New law will help law enforcement focus on reducing crime

CHICAGO (Aug. 28, 2017) – Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed Senate Bill 31 – the TRUST Act – which will continue Illinois’ history of welcoming immigrants and help law enforcement focus on stopping violent crime and protecting Illinois residents.

29 Aug 2017

Governor Takes Bill Action on Aug 25, 2017

By Elizabeth Tomev

SPRINGFIELD (Aug. 25, 2017) – Governor Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bill:

 

Bill No.: HB 0243

An Act Concerning Education

Action: Sign

Effective: January 1, 2018

 

Bill No.: HB 0261

An Act Concerning Education

Action:  Sign

Effective: Immediately

 

Bill No.: HB 0284

29 Aug 2017

Gov. Rauner starts 100 Day Countdown to Bicentennial Celebration

By Elizabeth Tomev
Governor, Lieutenant Governor visit historic sites, first state capital on Illinois Constitution Day
29 Aug 2017

Gov. Rauner signs bill providing access to service dogs for veterans suffering from mental health difficulties

By Elizabeth Tomev

HB 2897 will help provide comfort for veterans transitioning back to civilian life

MARION (Aug. 25, 2017) – Governor Bruce Rauner today signed HB 2897, legislation to increase access to service dogs for veterans through the Helping Paws Program. This expansion will add veterans to the program-eligibility pool and allow the training of service dogs to assist veterans with physical or mental health ailments.

25 Aug 2017

Gov. Rauner announces personnel change

By Elizabeth Tomev

CHICAGO (Aug. 24, 2017) – General Counsel Dennis Murashko will leave the Administration at the end of August to pursue opportunities in the private sector. As part of the legal team's succession planning, Kenton Skarin will assume the role of Acting General Counsel to the Governor. He currently is serving as the Governor's Deputy General Counsel and is responsible for managing all aspects of legal operations within the Administration.

25 Aug 2017

Governor Takes Bill Action on Aug 24, 2017

By Elizabeth Tomev

SPRINGFIELD (Aug. 24, 2017) – Gov. Bruce Rauner took action today on the following bills:

Bill No.: HB 0106

An Act Concerning Education   

Action: Signed  

Effective: Immediately

 

Bill No.: HB 0140

An Act Concerning State Government

Action: Signed     

Effective: Immediately

 

Bill No.: HB 0169

25 Aug 2017

Statement on leaders’ education talks

By Elizabeth Tomev

The following statement can be attributed to the Governor’s Office:

“Governor Rauner applauds the four leaders in coming to a consensus on historic school funding reform that reflects the work of the School Funding Reform Commission. He thanks them for their leadership and looks forward to the coming days when the legislation is passed by both chambers.” 

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25 Aug 2017

Gov. Rauner signs series of criminal justice bills, emphasizing his commitment to giving offenders a second chance

By Elizabeth Tomev

CHICAGO (Aug. 24, 2017) – Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed a series of criminal justice bills. The six bills emphasize his commitment to reforming Illinois’ criminal justice system and providing offenders a second chance.

24 Aug 2017

Gov. Rauner signs bill to protect taxpayers from police pension fund abuse

By Elizabeth Tomev

NAPERVILLE (Aug. 24, 2017) – Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed House Bill 418, which prevents retired police officers from opting into the pension system a second time if they return to the force as a police chief or join another municipality’s force.

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