SPRINGFIELD – Those at risk of peripheral artery disease will soon have medical screening covered by insurance thanks to a new law championed by State Senator Napoleon Harris III.

“Early intervention can be lifesaving for those with PAD,” said Harris (D-Harvey).  “This law will increase the number of early intervention cases by eliminating financial hurdles to receive screening.”

HARVEY – State Senator Napoleon Harris III announced that 19 school districts across the 15^th Senate District will receive over $4 million in evidence-based funding, in addition to the base funding that the state provides.

“I believe that every student, no matter their ZIP code, deserves access to a high-quality education,” said Harris (D-Harvey). “I’m proud to have helped secured these resources so our schools can invest in the tools they need to succeed.”

HARVEY – State Senator Napoleon Harris III is encouraging local community organizations and education institutions to apply for grants from the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program to give more young people a path into the trades.

 “This is a great opportunity for our community to take advantage of funding to train kids to enter the construction trades,” said Harris (D-Harvey). “This program has shown a lot of success and it’s important that we share in that success.”

HARVEY – State Senator Napoleon Harris III secured over $250,000 for 14 libraries across the 15^th District for library services and programming.

“Libraries are more than places to go to find books to read – they provide essential resources to residents, serve as technology and education hubs and uplift the neighbors they serve,” said Harris (D-Harvey). “Providing grants to local libraries empowers our community to take advantage of all they have to offer.”