HARVEY – State Senator Napoleon Harris, III (D-Harvey) announced that several local school districts will soon receive funds from the Illinois State Board of Education for infrastructure improvements.

“The specific needs of school buildings vary greatly and directly impact student’s learning and overall wellbeing,” Harris said. “Providing these funds to local schools will help ensure that our students have better physical learning environments, which in return will help students grow.” 

HARVEY – To honor the greatness of the seniors in the community, State Senator Napoleon Harris, III is requesting residents to submit their nominations to the Senior Illinoisan Hall of Fame.

“It is always an elder that comes to mind when you think about people who are pillars in the community,” said Harris (D-Harvey). “It is only right to recognize their commitment to our community, so I encourage you all to make a nomination for the Senior Illinoisan Hall of Fame.”

The Senior Illinoisan Hall of Fame celebrates outstanding accomplishments in community service, education, the labor force and the arts. Each year, four candidates — one from each category — are inducted.

HARVEY – State Senator Napoleon Harris, III championed a law signed on Friday to ensure patients needing home health services receive adequate care.

“Home health services prevent older adults from experiencing discomfort through isolation and unfamiliar surroundings,” said Harris (D-Harvey). “By allowing our state’s older population to stay in the comfort of their own home, we are providing them with independence while still receiving the appropriate level of supportive care.”

House Bill 5585 will require all health insurance plans governed by state law issued on or after Jan. 1, 2024 to provide coverage for access to home health services for the duration of medically necessary care.

Home health services will be offered to any individual at their residence to treat significant illnesses or conditions diagnosed by a licensed physician.

House Bill 5585 was signed by the governor and is effective immediately.

Harris supports FY 23 budget, tax relief plan

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Napoleon Harris (D-Harvey) released the following statement regarding the FY 23 budget to make working families and public safety a priority in Illinois: 

“As we get our state back to normal, it’s imperative to help our most disadvantaged residents and working families. Unfortunately, our working families face numerous barriers, so I strongly support providing more than a billion dollars in tax relief to provide them with better stability and economic security.