Pritzker signs law launching $20 million initiative to address food deserts Aug 21, 2023 | Behavioral Health, Facilities, Mental Health, Population Health, Public Health, Top Stories Illinois will launch a $20 million initiative to address food deserts across the state, per a law signed Friday by Gov. JB Pritzker.To access this content, you must purchase 1 Year Health News Illinois Subscription or 1 Year Group Subscription - Up to 5 Users, or log in if you are a member.