Pritzker, IDHS Respond to Pressure from Legislators & Advocates; Postpone Cuts in Service Hours for Professional IDD Caregivers
A plan to significantly cut service hours for professionals who provide care to Illinoisans with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who live in group homes was put on hold Wednesday after the Pritzker Administration and leaders from his Department of Human Services (IDHS) faced extreme backlash from legislators, service providers, and families whose loved ones […]
Senator Lewis Joins Colleagues in Demanding that Pritzker Rescind Proposed Cuts to Service Hours for Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled Illinoisans
State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) is demanding that Governor Pritzker rescind a proposal that would significantly reduce service hours for Illinois adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) who live in group homes. Governor Pritzker and his Administration’s Department of Human Services have proposed cutting service hours by 2.5 million in the upcoming Fiscal Year 2025 budget. […]
Senator Seth Lewis Launches Second Annual “Valentines for Seniors” Card Drive
With the arrival of the new year in Illinois, State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) is launching his second annual “Valentines for Seniors” card drive. To brighten the days of seniors and make sure they know they are a valued part of the community, Senator Lewis is asking students from public and private schools, church groups, […]
New Year, New Laws, Part II
Now that presents have been opened and cookies have been eaten, we are all looking ahead to 2024 and what gifts the new year will bring. Personally, I am finalizing my legislative agenda and bill filings for 2024. It is my job to bring the voice of the 24th District to Springfield, and I promise […]
New Year, New Laws, Part I
Happy holidays to you and your family! I hope you are able to find some time to relax, reflect and enjoy some holiday cheer with friends, family, and other loved ones. This truly is a magical time of year! It has been an honor to represent you in the Illinois Senate, and I look forward […]
We have so much to celebrate this holiday season!
Happy holidays to you! As the year winds down I think we can all look back on some great successes this year. Economic activity is approaching pre-pandemic levels, and there is definite excitement in the air as we count down to the holidays we celebrate in December. Please shop local when doing your holiday shopping, […]
Senator Lewis Joins Local Dignitaries for Official Opening of SOS Road Testing Facility in Addison
State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) joined Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias and other public officials on Tuesday for the official opening and ribbon cutting for the new Secretary of State’s Road Testing Center in Addison. Located at the Addison Township Office at 50 E. Oak Street, the facility will focus on serving Illinoisans who […]
Senator Seth Lewis Reacts to Senate Approval of Map for Chicago Public Schools’ First Elected School Board
On Thursday, the Illinois Senate approved a measure that creates the map of voting districts for the City of Chicago’s first elected school board. Following the vote, State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett), who spoke out against the proposed map during the Senate debate, issued the following statement: “Maps should be drawn by independent commissions, […]
Senator Lewis’ Legislative Update
Happy Fall to all! As we head into November, I am reminded of how wonderful this time of year is. The Fall colors were beautiful this year, and I know we are all beginning to look forward with anticipation to Thanksgiving gatherings and to holiday celebrations that will be here before you know it. In […]
Senator Lewis and Representative Sanalitro to partner with Roselle Police Department for drug takeback event
Saturday, October 28 is National Prescription Drug Takeback Day, and State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) are partnering with the Roselle Police Department for a drug drop-off event at the Roselle Police Station. “By properly disposing of unused and expired medications, we are preventing accidental poisonings or misuse of […]