Over $590K headed to Gurnee to create more EV charging stations thanks to Edly-Allen
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GRAYSLAKE – Following the announcement that $18.4 million in grants are being awarded to build 25 charging stations for electric vehicles along interstate corridors, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen highlighted the importance of Gurnee being selected as one of the locations, bolstering clean energy jobs and expanding transportation options in Lake County.
“Investing in expanding Illinois’ clean energy economy encourages more Illinoisans to purchase EVs, reducing emissions and protecting our environment,” said Edly-Allen (D- Grayslake). “As the climate crisis continues to directly affect our daily life, we must create realistic and reliable solutions.”
Edly-Allen encourages people to apply for next round of pre-apprenticeship program funding
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GRAYSLAKE – State Senator Mary Edly-Allen is encouraging individuals to apply for the fifth round of funding for the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program. The program provides training opportunities, expands the talent pipeline and boosts diversity in the construction industry and building trades.
This round of $25 million in funding will increase the representation of underrepresented groups in the construction trades – including people of color, veterans and women – and will fund up to 45 programs throughout the state including new grantees, serving nearly 2,000 residents.
Edly-Allen: Local schools to receive over $5.17 million in evidence-based funding
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GRAYSLAKE — State Senator Mary Edly-Allen (D-Grayslake) announced more than a dozen school districts across the district will receive over $5.17 million in additional funding to help address the financial challenges of recent years.
“As an educator, I remain committed to ensuring students in Lake County are given equal opportunities to succeed and have the proper resources to receive a high quality public education,” said Edly-Allen. “This funding will provide the financial aid needed to give students a safe and high quality learning environment.”
Edly-Allen law protects domestic violence survivors using workplace resources
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SPRINGFIELD – Domestic violence is a serious public health issue across the United States. In Illinois, 42% of women and 26% of men will face violence from an intimate partner. To ensure survivors are not further burdened at work, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen collaborated with State Representative Daniel Didech on House Bill 1278 which was signed into law Friday.
“Victims of domestic violence should not have to worry about workplace retaliation,” said Edly-Allen (D-Libertyville). “Survivors should not be penalized for protecting themselves. This law can — and will — save lives.”
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