Kane County Reporter

Senator Don DeWitte has invited the public to participate in the Spring 2024 legislative survey, seeking opinions on pending legislation and bills that have passed in recent years. The Senator expressed his eagerness to receive feedback, stating, "I will read every survey that is submitted, and I look forward to your comments."

One of the key initiatives supported by Senator DeWitte is the Constitutional Amendment to Ensure U.S. Citizenship Required to Vote in Illinois. Regarding the proposed Senate Joint Resolution Constitutional Amendment 14, the Senator emphasized the importance of requiring citizenship to vote in any Illinois election, stating, "This removal of these words would make it abundantly clear that U.S. citizenship is required to vote in any election in Illinois."

Additionally, Senator DeWitte is co-sponsoring legislation aimed at providing relief to grieving families by stopping property tax penalties charged to the deceased. He highlighted that Senate Bill 2832 would allow for waivers to prevent interest and penalties on delinquent property taxes for deceased individuals.

In another legislative effort, Senator DeWitte is championing bills focused on protecting children and empowering parents. The Senator emphasized the importance of Senate Bill 2772, which would require schools to list learning materials and curriculum details on district websites. He also highlighted Senate Bill 2590, aimed at protecting children from sensitive online content by requiring age verification on pornography websites.

Furthermore, Senator DeWitte recently showed support for high school agriculture students during Illinois Ag Lobby Day at the Capitol. He underscored the importance of agriculture as the state's top industry, stating, "Their visit to the Capitol last week underscored the importance of agriculture as the state’s top industry."

Lastly, in light of National Reading Month, Senator DeWitte encouraged Americans young and old to engage in daily reading. He highlighted the importance of reading comprehension in educational and professional growth, noting the benefits of consistent reading on memory, cognitive function, and vocabulary. The Senator emphasized the significance of making reading fun and relatable, especially as youth reading scores decline across the nation.

For those interested in participating in the legislative survey or learning more about Senator Don DeWitte's initiatives, further information can be accessed through the provided links and resources.