Feigenholtz law alleviates barriers to accessing records for adopted adults

SPRINGFIELD – Under a new law championed by State Senator Sara Feigenholtz, more adoptees will be able to obtain post-adoption information related to their birth and placement. “This legislation addresses the barriers adoptees face when seeking information about their histories – especially those whose adoption agency has closed,” said Feigenholtz (D-Chicago). “With this fix, more people will be able to learn critical medical and

Feigenholtz’s Electric Vehicle Charging Act signed into law

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Sara Feigenholtz’s legislation creating a blueprint for Illinois to make EV charging available at residential buildings was signed into law Friday. “Renters and condo owners are looking to the state for guidance surrounding their ability to charge their electric vehicles at home,” said Feigenholtz (D-Chicago). “This law provides that blueprint so we can begin incorporating EV charging infrastructure at residential

Feigenholtz celebrates investments in signed FY 24 budget

CHICAGO – State Senator Sara Feigenholtz applauded the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, noting how it continues to put the state on a path toward fiscal responsibility while investing in education from preschool to college. “This is a budget that restores faith in our state’s education system, provides support for students and empowers communities across the state,” said Feigenholtz (D-Chicago). “For the fifth year in