Cunningham measure to upgrade Chicago’s firetrucks and ambulances signed into law

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Bill Cunningham’s measure to specifically set aside funding for the city of Chicago to purchase and repair emergency service vehicles like fire trucks and ambulances was signed into law.

“Dedicating funding to emergency vehicles will help keep our community safe during emergencies,” said Cunningham, a Democrat who represents portions of Chicago and the Southwest Suburbs. “Money collected from ambulance rides will now go directly toward upgrading emergency vehicles.”

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Cunningham: Parents shouldn’t be fired for putting their kid’s health before their job

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Bill Cunningham’s measure to ensure protected leave for employees whose newborns require intensive care after birth was signed into law.

“Parents shouldn’t have to choose between going to work and sitting in the NICU with their newborn,” said Cunningham, a Democrat who represents portions of Chicago and the Southwest Suburbs. “This legislation gives parents the flexibility they need during a serious medical emergency.”

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October property tax appeal

Cunningham brings nearly $8 million in additional funding to local school districts

CHICAGO – State Senator Bill Cunningham announced that 12 school districts across the Southwest Suburbs will receive nearly $8 million in evidence-based funding, in addition to the base funding that the state provides.

“Additional funding to our public schools will lead to improved student outcomes,” said Cunningham, a Democrat who represents portions of Chicago and the Southwest Suburbs. “This evidence-based funding is critical for helping our local school districts provide a high-quality education that students and families deserve.”

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