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Healthcare Protection Act signed into law thanks to Peters

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Category: Press Releases
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 10:59 AM
  • Healthcare Protection Act
  • HPA
  • health care
  • HB 5395

HPA 5CHICAGO — Today, State Senator Robert Peters (D-Chicago) released the following statement following the signing of his historic legislation – the Healthcare Protection Act – to reform predatory health insurance practices and protect patients:

“Like so many Illinois residents, I know the anxiety and fear that comes with navigating our health care system – especially right now as my wife and I are looking to have children in the near future and exploring fertility treatment options.

“It is hard enough trying to navigate the day in and day out of life – our health care policies and procedures shouldn’t add to that. Insurance is supposed to ease the burden of accessing health care, not create further obstacles.

Read more: Healthcare Protection Act signed into law thanks to Peters

Peters’ district to see $101 million in Rebuild Illinois investments

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Category: Press Releases
Wednesday, July 03, 2024 09:09 AM
  • SB 1808
  • HB 3587
  • MYP 2025

MYP releasesCHICAGO – Building upon the smart infrastructure investments supported by State Senator Robert Peters, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced an investment of $101 million in road and bridge improvement projects across the 13th District.

“Thanks to Rebuild Illinois, we will see some much-needed improvements to our roads and bridges,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “These investments allow us to put in the work to preserve the historic value of our roads and increase safety for residents.”

As part of IDOT’s latest Multi-Year Plan under Rebuild Illinois, the district Peters represents will see four infrastructure projects totaling $101 million next year.

Read more: Peters’ district to see $101 million in Rebuild Illinois investments

Peters announces funding for Chicago mental health clinic

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Category: Press Releases
Monday, June 17, 2024 12:14 PM

CCBHC GraphicCHICAGO – State Senator Robert Peters announced Thresholds mental health center in Chicago has been selected to participate in a federal program designed to expand and improve access to coordinated mental health care and substance use treatment.

“Mental health is an issue that touches every community in Illinois,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “This program offers folks who otherwise would go without help the opportunity to receive behavioral health services.”

Read more: Peters announces funding for Chicago mental health clinic

Peters: Budget prioritizes violence prevention programs and promotes equity

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Category: Press Releases
Sunday, May 26, 2024 09:49 PM
  • FY25
  • Budget

Peters BudgetAddressEOS DarkBlueSPRINGFIELD ¬– State Senator Robert Peters (D-Chicago) released the following statement after the Senate passed the Fiscal Year 2025 budget:

“Earlier this year, Black Caucus members stressed the need for investments combating historical disinvestment and systemic racism. As the Senate chair of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus, I'm proud of our negotiations securing funding for initiatives like the Reimagine Public Safety grant program and after-school and summer youth programs.

“However, I, like many of my Black and brown colleagues, would have liked to see more funding put back into our communities to support these data-proven programs.

“I was pleased to see my focus on fairer systems for survivors of domestic and gender-based violence led to vital funding for support services. I look forward to seeing how these investments will create opportunities for equity and further expand support for our communities most in need.

“In regards to economic equity, we secured funds for tourism spending so that we can continue attracting driving revenue and boosting local economies.”

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  1. Peters' legislation to streamline record-clearing for youth heads to governor
  2. Healthcare Protection Act heads to the governor’s desk thanks to Peters
  3. Peters at the forefront of efforts to strengthen health care access and consumer protections
  4. Peters leads legislation to expand representation within Adult Redeploy Illinois Oversight Board
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