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Turner law reestablishes integrity, trust in death care industry

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Friday, August 09, 2024 03:14 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – Funeral homes will be held accountable under a new law spearheaded by State Senator Doris Turner that came in response to a Carlinville funeral home insufficiently handling human remains, giving over 60 families the wrong remains.

“After months of discussions regarding the death care industry, it was clear the status quo wasn’t working,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “Families who lost loved ones experienced what no one ever thought was possible – receiving the wrong remains. It’s past time that we hold bad actors accountable.”

Senate Bill 2643 adds identification rules and regulations for the handling and storing of human bodies. Additionally, it requires funeral establishments and crematory authorities to maintain a chain of custody records that are uniquely identified to the deceased, ensuring the death care industry is able to identify the human remains in its possession through final disposition.

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Turner announces funding opportunity for fire departments

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Thursday, August 08, 2024 11:59 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – Applications are now being accepted for the Small Equipment Grant Program benefiting fire departments and ambulance services, State Senator Doris Turner announced.

“Our fire departments are essential to our community, protecting residents every day,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “This grant program ensures they have the essential tools and resources to effectively do their jobs. I encourage local fire departments to apply for the funding.”

The Small Equipment Grant Program assists fire departments and not-for-profit ambulance services in Illinois, particularly those experiencing difficulty in generating the necessary revenue for small equipment. The grants allow eligible applicants the opportunity to purchase small tools and equipment they may otherwise not be able to afford.

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University, community college employees protected under Turner law

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Monday, August 05, 2024 09:33 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – University and community college employees will receive their pay and benefits if a campus is closed due to a winter weather emergency, thanks to a new law sponsored by State Senator Doris Turner.

“All employees within our higher education institutions play a vital role in the normal, day-to-day operations on campus,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “No one should go unpaid without notice. That’s why I led this initiative to ensure workers receive the pay and benefits they deserve.”

Senate Bill 331 requires the Board of Trustees of each public university and community college to pay employees their daily, regular rate of pay and benefits if a campus is closed due to a city, county or state declaration of a winter weather emergency. The law does not apply if the day is rescheduled and the employee would be paid their daily, regular rate of pay and benefits for the rescheduled day when services are rendered.

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Turner announces additional affordable housing units coming to Decatur

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Friday, July 26, 2024 11:49 AM

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DECATUR – With the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, more affordable housing units will be available in Decatur, State Senator Doris Turner announced.

“I am beyond thrilled to see the old Garfield School won’t be demolished, but instead will be transformed into 63 units of new affordable housing for our seniors,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “This will help bring community development, jobs and housing options into Decatur.”

A total of $23.8 million in federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits will finance the creation and preservation of 16 affordable housing developments in 10 counties across Illinois. Once completed, the developments will offer 792 affordable units for low- to moderate-income families, seniors and persons with special needs.

“I applaud the Illinois Housing Development Authority and everyone involved in making this development possible,” said Turner. “I can’t wait to cut the ribbon when construction is complete.”

More information regarding LIHTC can be found here.

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  1. Turner-supported law creates new early childhood agency
  2. Sangamon, Macon counties to see $82 million investment in roads thanks to Turner
  3. Turner announces funding for Decatur mental health clinic
  4. Turner kicks off annual summer reading program
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Capitol Office:
Stratton Office Building
401 S. Spring St.
Section F, Office B
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-0228
 

Decatur Office:
1210 S. Jasper St.
Decatur, IL 62321
(217) 706-5311

Springfield Office:
725 North Grand Ave. E.
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 670-1828

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