Illinois State Senate District 22
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Sen. Castro-sponsored law creating the Illinois Sustainable Investing Act goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2020
A new law sponsored by Sen. Cristina Castro (D-22) that was introduced with the purpose of creating the Illinois Sustainable Investing Act went into effect on Jan. 1, 2020, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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Sen. Castro-sponsored law creating the Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act now in effect
A new law sponsored by Sen. Cristina Castro (D-22) that was introduced with the purpose of creating the Mental Health Early Action on Campus Act went into effect on Aug. 9, 2019, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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Sen. Castro-sponsored law amending the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act now in effect
A new law sponsored by Sen. Cristina Castro (D-22) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act went into effect on April 2, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro announces area grant recipients, encourages additional applications
Illinois STo help combat the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity has been awarding a second round of Business Interruption Grants to struggling small businesses.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro-sponsored flu shot clinic coming to Hanover Park in November
With flu season in full swing, it’s important to take precautions to protect yourself and your family.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro joins Pritzker to announce $30 million in funding for Immigrant Welcoming Centers during pandemic
State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) joined Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Human Services to announce $30 million in state funding for Immigrant Welcoming Centers across Illinois to support members of immigrant communities facing challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro warns residents: Steer clear of deer
With the seasons changing from summer to fall, State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) is warning drivers to be on the lookout for deer to avoid potentially dangerous collisions.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Illinois senators urge residents to fill out census as soon as possible
Despite a lower court ruling extending the census deadline, Democratic members of the Illinois Senate are urging residents to complete their census forms as soon as possible.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro encourages local businesses to apply for second round of grants
To help small businesses deal with undue economic burden caused by COVID-19, the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Development has begun accepting applications for a second round of Business Interruption Grants.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro: New grants will help struggling Illinoisans
As many Illinois residents struggle with financial issues brought on by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) hopes new grants will help people train for new jobs and get hired.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro commends IDOT for diversity initiative
The Illinois Department of Transportation voted along with departments of transportation from several other Midwestern states Friday to establish a diversity committee.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro: Utilities no longer driving conversation of clean energy
Gov. JB Pritzker unveiled eight principles for a clean and renewable Illinois economy Friday.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro, Latino Caucus support the Rental Assistance Program, but more help needs to be provided
The Senate Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus releases the following statements from its members regarding the Emergency Rental Assistance Program introduced today by Governor JB Pritzker.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro pleased with expansion of worker protections during pandemic
A measure supported by State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) meant to expand protections for essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic was signed into law by Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro announces educator support grant for Hoffman Estates High School
Gov. Pritzker announced new grants Thursday for state high schools to help recruit new educators. State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) is pleased to announce that Hoffman Estates High School will be receiving some of those funds.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro encourages small businesses to make use of Paycheck Protection Program
Since small businesses have taken some of the heaviest financial losses as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) is encouraging small business owners to take advantage of the federal Paycheck Protection Program.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro vows action on maternal mortality crisis
In the height of the coronavirus pandemic and global protests against systemic racism, State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) said a recent news story about the death of Sha-Asia Washington, a 26-year old Black mother who died during an emergency C-section, shows the importance of not being distracted from other crises that vulnerable communities are still facing.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro to reopen district office July 6
After being closed for nearly three months out of health and safety concerns amid the COVID-19 pandemic, State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) announced plans to reopen her district office July 6, with a few restrictions.
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ILLINOIS STATE SENATE DISTRICT 22: Castro named to budget oversight commission
As part of efforts to address the unique and unprecedented financial effect the COVID-19 outbreak has had on Illinois, State Senator Cristina Castro (D-Elgin) has been appointed to the Legislative Budget Oversight Commission.
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Sen. Castro-sponsored law amending the Managed Care Reform and Patient Rights Act now in effect
A new law sponsored by Sen. Cristina Castro (D-22) that was introduced with the purpose of amending the Managed Care Reform and Patient Rights Act went into effect on June 12, according to the official Illinois General Assembly website.