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The Culture News section provides access to all State of Illinois press releases that have been published about the arts and entertainment, highlighting state historical and cultural announcements.
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01/04/09 - Governor Blagojevich Announces Good Samaritan Initiative to Help Restore Heat During the Winter
Partnership allows affordable reconnections for those without utility service
In an effort to help Illinoisans heat their homes during the national recession, Governor Rod Blagojevich today launched the Good Samaritan Initiative for the 2009 winter season. Through this initiative negotiated by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), utility companies including Nicor Gas, Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas, and Ameren Illinois Utilities provide more affordable reconnection terms to Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) recipients who have had their utility services disconnected.
12/30/08 - Governor Blagojevich Taps Roland W. Burris As Next U.S. Senator
Governor Rod R. Blagojevich today appointed former politician and statewide office-holder Roland W. Burris to the United States Senate seat vacated by President-elect Barack Obama.
12/12/08 - Governor Blagojevich Signs "Brianna's Law"
New law ensures healthcare coverage for families of children with autism
Governor Rod R. Blagojevich signed Senate Bill 934 into law, providing insurance coverage to parents of children with autism. The new law, also known as "Brianna's Law" and which received overwhelming support from the Illinois General Assembly, will provide coverage for all individuals under age 21 for the diagnosis and treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) up to $36,000 per year. The new law is named for Brianna DiCianni, who was diagnosed with autism in 2006 and was denied coverage by her family's health insurance company.
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