Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Senator Lewis, Rep. Sanalitro to Host Blood Drive in Itasca Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. Did you know that a single blood donation can be separated into multiple components and potentially help save several lives, including patients undergoing surgery, cancer treatment, organ transplants or recovering from serious injuries? I hope […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Lewis Commemorates 35th Anniversary of 9/11 at Local Remembrance Ceremonies On Friday, September 11, the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on our country in New York, Washington, D.C. and Pennsylvania, I joined community members and local first responders throughout the 24th District to honor the lives lost and remember the courage and sacrifice displayed […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Lewis Celebrates Five Years of “Cal’s Law” Five years ago, I had the privilege of sponsoring and passing Cal’s Law, legislation that remains one of the most meaningful accomplishments of my time in the Illinois General Assembly. The law was born from a simple belief: when a child is diagnosed with cancer, families should be […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Comprehensive Grant Portal Added to Lewis Website I’m pleased to announce that I have added a comprehensive state grant portal to my website, SenatorLewis.com. All state agencies that offer grants and loans are listed, and through hyperlinks, visitors can browse the various state agency grant pages and search for relevant funding opportunities. You can find […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Inclusive Parks Bill Co-Sponsored by Lewis Signed into Law As an advocate for Illinois’ intellectually and developmentally disabled (IDD) community, I am thrilled to report that beginning in 2027, when state grant dollars become available for local park improvement projects, priority consideration will be given to proposals that incorporate inclusive designs and recreational opportunities for […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
In Support of Women’s Health, Lewis Champions Expanded Insurance Coverage for Ovarian Cancer Screenings A new law signed July 10 expands insurance coverage for certain ovarian cancer screening tests. I was proud to support this measure. House Bill 4203 amends the Illinois Insurance Code to broaden the types of ovarian cancer screenings covered for individuals […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
America Celebrates Its 250th Birthday! This past Saturday, Americans across our nation proudly celebrated Independence Day while also marking a historic milestone honoring the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding. It is a time to reflect on the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of the men and women who pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Senator Lewis Breaks Down the Budget on “Illinois Insider” Podcast The Illinois Insider podcast is gaining in popularity because it is a no-nonsense discussion of activity under the Capitol dome in Springfield. The week after the budget was passed I had an opportunity to talk with host Mark Hespen to break down the budget that […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
With No Bears Bill Sent to Governor Before Adjournment, Owners Announce They’re Moving Forward in Indiana I was hopeful when I learned a simplified proposal would be coming forward in the final hours of session that would aim to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois. From the very beginning, I was clear that I wanted […]
Senator Seth Lewis’ Capitol Report
Lawmakers Enter Final Two Weeks of Session With just two weeks remaining before the scheduled May 31 adjournment, Illinois lawmakers still have numerous major issues to resolve before the spring legislative session comes to a close. The biggest task ahead will be passing the state’s next budget. Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s proposed FY 26-27 budget totals […]