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Stadelman: More than $1.2 million awarded to Rockford-area organizations through R3 Program

ROCKFORD – State Senator Steve Stadelman announced five organizations across the Rockford area are set to receive more than $1.2 million through the Restore, Reinvest, Renew program to support violence prevention, youth development, economic opportunity and other community-based services.

“Investing in the safety and success of our youth is one of the best ways to strengthen our communities,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “This funding will help local organizations continue providing safe spaces, mentorship and opportunities that empower youth and set them up for leading brighter futures.”

More than $50 million was awarded to 147 organizations statewide through the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority’s R3 program, which funds services in designated eligible R3 zones. R3 grants invest in organizations that support five core areas: community reentry, economic development, civil legal aid, violence prevention and youth development.

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Stadelman secures nearly $500,000 for Northern Illinois libraries

ROCKFORD – State Senator Steve Stadelman announced six public libraries and school districts across Northern Illinois are set to receive nearly $500,000 for library services, enhanced programming and construction and security upgrades.

“Our libraries are more than places to borrow books – they are trusted community resources that connect people with education, technology and opportunities to succeed,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “Supporting our libraries means investing in stronger neighborhoods, informed residents and a brighter future for communities across Illinois.”

More than $27 million was awarded to over 640 public libraries and 2,500 school libraries statewide through the Illinois Secretary of State’s Public Library Per Capita and Equalization Aid Grants, Security and Construction Grants and School Library Grants. The funding will support libraries’ investments in reading materials, technology, literacy programs, infrastructure improvements and security upgrades. School library grants, awarded once every fiscal year, will support student learning and literacy from kindergarten through 12th grade.

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Stadelman laws strengthen ticket buyer protections

• Consumer Protections
• HB 4984
• SB 318
• Online Ticket Sales

SPRINGFIELD – Two measures championed by State Senator Steve Stadelman to protect consumers and promote a fairer, more transparent ticket resale marketplace were signed into law Thursday, banning the practice of speculative ticket sales in Illinois and helping ensure fairer access to event tickets by cracking down on automated bots and deceptive online resale practices.

“When consumers purchase a ticket, they should have confidence that the seller actually possesses it and can deliver it,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “House Bill 4984 protects fans from deceptive practices, promotes transparency in the resale marketplace and helps ensure Illinois consumers are treated fairly.”

Stadelman’s House Bill 4984 targets speculative ticketing, a practice in which brokers list tickets they do not yet own, often before tickets have even gone on sale to the public. Because brokers are betting they will be able to obtain tickets later, speculative listings can create a false sense of scarcity that drives up prices for tickets that sellers ultimately cannot provide, leaving fans without valid admission to the events they paid to attend. The new law prohibits ticket resellers from selling, listing or advertising tickets unless they have actual or constructive possession of the tickets at the time they are offered for sale.

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Stadelman: Budget delivers relief to taxpayers, students and working families

• Budget
• Stadelman
• FY27

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Steve Stadelman supports the Fiscal Year 2027 spending plan, which provides critical support for Illinois families, students and communities, while easing the financial burden on residents.

“This budget invests in our schools and students while helping families make ends meet,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “By strengthening education and funding, providing property tax relief and supporting food security programs, we’re helping ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.”

The plan continues the state’s commitment to protect residents from additional financial strain by temporarily pausing the scheduled automatic increase on the gas tax. It also includes a back-to-school sales tax holiday, providing a multi-day suspension of state sales tax on eligible school supplies to help families save as students prepare for the new school year. Additionally, the budget maintains funding for local governments, providing municipalities with resources needed to deliver essential public services, maintain infrastructure and support local economic development.

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