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23 OCT 2026 · Early detection can make a lifesaving difference in the fight against breast cancer. State Senator Adriane Johnson joins Sound of the State to discuss legislation expanding access to mammograms and other diagnostic screenings, the disparities some women face in receiving care, and why she encourages everyone to take an active role in monitoring their health.
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16 OCT 2026 · State Senator Lakesia Collins joins the Sound of the State to discuss Illinois' efforts to improve maternal health outcomes. From expanded postpartum coverage and access to doulas to addressing racial disparities and maternal mortality, Collins examines the progress made, the challenges that remain, and what lawmakers can do next to ensure healthier outcomes for mothers and babies.
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7 OCT 2026 · State Senator Cristina Castro joins the podcast to discuss new protections for immigrant children and a law that will keep social media and other digital distractions out of the classroom. The conversation dives into what inspired both laws, the issues both laws address and why these key measures were priorities. This episode also explores what Senator Castro is looking forward to in the final months of 2026 as the fall legislative session approaches.
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18 SEP 2026 · Today’s parents face an ever-changing world of social media algorithms designed to keep children scrolling. State Senator Willie Preston discusses the Children’s Online Social Media Safety Act, recently signed into law to provide age verification, notification limits, privacy protections and put parents back in control.
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11 SEP 2026 · State Senator Javier Cervantes discusses efforts to make higher education more accessible for Illinois students, including his partnership with Hope Chicago and legislation giving students dedicated time and assistance to complete the FAFSA, as well as the importance of continued investment in education.
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4 SEP 2026 · Could a solar panel on a balcony, patio or yard help Illinois residents lower their electricity bills? State Senator Rachel Ventura joins the Sound of the State to explain plug-in solar, who could benefit from it, and how her legislation would establish safety standards while expanding access to renewable energy.
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6 JUL 2026 · In this edition of the Majority Report, Illinois takes a national lead on AI safety with landmark transparency and accountability standards, and new laws make it easier for patients to access hospital financial assistance and protect homeowners from medical debt.
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17 JUN 2026 · Members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus react as the budget, revenue package, and other items are signed into law for the upcoming fiscal year beginning on July 1st.
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27 MAY 2026 · Why has housing become one of the biggest affordability issues facing Illinois families? In this episode, members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus discuss a new legislative package focused on expanding housing supply, reducing barriers to development, protecting renters, and addressing the growing role of private equity in the housing market.
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22 MAY 2026 · Members of the Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus are advancing a sweeping package of artificial intelligence regulations aimed at consumer protection, classroom oversight, housing fairness, and public safety. This episode examines proposed guardrails for major AI developers, legislation restricting AI use in grading student work, efforts to prevent algorithm-driven rent price fixing, and new protections for reproductive health data privacy in Illinois.
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| Author | Illinois Senate Democrats |
| Organization | Illinois Senate Democrats |
| Categories | Politics |
| Website | www.illinoissenatedemocrats.com |
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