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Dear Friends,
As we head into the final weeks of this legislative session, we have much to do in a short amount of time. We are facing a very tough challenge as we continue with budget negotiations for 2016. In the coming weeks it will be critical to continue to push forward and work in a bipartisan fashion to address Illinois’ most pressing issues.
Nonetheless, I have continued in my efforts to work hard and advocate for a more equitable business climate. Please read on to hear about what I am doing to make this happen.
Continuing the fight for small and minority-owned business
I have spent much of this session fighting for small businesses and minority owned businesses. I have continued my efforts to hold Minority Business Summits throughout the state, along with small business round table discussions at my district office.
These meetings have provided insight concerning important legislation to increase opportunities for small and minority-owned businesses.
I have sponsored a measure to increase opportunities for these businesses to win state construction contracts, aiming for a more equitable business climate.
I am also working on legislation requiring state agencies to hold pre-bid conferences in the actual project area, making access easier for local businesses.
Additionally, I am working on creating an Equal Economic Opportunity Task Force to study barriers to economic development and improve opportunities in underserved communities.
These efforts are intended to help local businesses thrive and strengthen economic development in struggling communities.
Stay tuned and stay informed
Please be on the lookout for announcements of future events and legislative updates. Follow me on Facebook and Twitter.
As always, please feel free to contact me if I can ever be of assistance. It is an honor to serve as your senator.
Thank you for your generous time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Senator Napoleon Harris, III
15th District – Illinois
Springfield Office
M122 Capitol Building • Springfield, IL 62706
217-782-8066 (Phone) • 217-782-2115 (Fax)
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Last week Northwestern University invited me to be part of their NU in Government Day. I had the chance to speak with students about my role as a State Senator and what led me to pursue a career in public service.
As a graduate of Northwestern, I can attest to the great programs and support the university has to offer. My time spent there played an influential role in my decision to pursue public service.
I was honored to be invited to speak with these bright and engaged students. These students have very promising futures ahead of them.
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Springfield, IL –Legislation co-sponsored by Senator Napoleon Harris (D-Harvey), which proposes a plan to undo the cuts to social services recently enacted by Gov. Rauner., passed the Senate today. 
“This legislation is a product of a bipartisan effort to ensure services to the most vulnerable remain funded,” Harris said. “This plan uses surplus funds normally reserved for special interests, to restore funding for autism, epilepsy and substance abuse prevention. These cuts affect real people, and we must continue a bipartisan effort to ensure these programs remain funded.”
The legislation, Senate Bill 274, now goes to the house for consideration.
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Springfield, IL –Legislation sponsored by Senator Napoleon Harris (D-Harvey), allowing certain out-of-state health care professionals to practice medicine in Illinois while on contract to provide care to an athletic team, passed the senate today.
Currently there is no exemption for health care professionals in contract with athletic teams to provide care to athletic team members, coaching staff or families traveling with the athletic team in Illinois without a license to practice in the state.
“This measure would allow for teams to travel with their health care professionals, thereby allowing individuals to receive treatment from someone who is better informed on their medical history,” Harris said. “As a former professional athlete myself, I know firsthand the importance of traveling with a qualified physician who knows my medical history. This bill allows skilled health care professionals to provide the medical attention athletes need while they travel in Illinois.”
Senate Bill 785 gives exemption to health care professionals for 10 days per sporting event with an option to extend the exemption up to 30 days.
The legislation passed the Senate with 54 – 0 and will be sent to the House.
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