Category: Legislature

Advocates rally for prescription drug affordability board

by Ryan Voyles | Feb 26, 2025 | Legislature, Prescription Drugs, Top Stories | 0

Advocates took to Springfield Tuesday to call on lawmakers to approve the creation of a prescription drug affordability board.

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Lawmakers weigh proposal to allow medical aid in dying in Illinois

by Ryan Voyles | Feb 24, 2025 | Legislature, Top Stories | 0

Lawmakers heard testimony last week on whether to allow Illinois adults near death to medically end their own lives.

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Lawmakers discuss potential impact of federal cuts, boosting behavioral health workforce

by Ryan Voyles | Feb 21, 2025 | Legislature, On The Record, Top Stories | 0

Health News Illinois convened a panel of lawmakers this week in Springfield to preview the upcoming legislative session. Along with the expected budgetary challenges at the state and national levels, the group spoke […]

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Latino Caucus says they will fight for healthcare program for undocumented adults

by Ryan Voyles | Feb 20, 2025 | Legislature, Population Health, Top Stories | 0

The Senate co-chair of the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus said Wednesday that members will fight to ensure undocumented adults and seniors can access healthcare.

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Pritzker calls for further regulations on PBMs, insurers during budget address

by Ryan Voyles | Feb 20, 2025 | Insurance, Legislature, Prescription Drugs, Top Stories | 0

New regulations on pharmacy benefit managers and the insurance sector were among Gov. JB Pritzker’s healthcare priorities during Wednesday's unveiling of a $55.2 billion spending plan.

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