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August 6, 2009
Governor Quinn Signs Bill To Ban Texting While Driving
New Legislation Will Save Lives on Roads in Illinois
CHICAGO – August 6, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill today at Northeastern Illinois University that bans motorists from sending text messages while driving in Illinois. Additionally, the governor signed legislation that makes it illegal to talk on a cell phone while driving through a highway construction zone or school speed zone. The new laws go into effect on January 1, 2010.
August 6, 2009
Statement from Governor Pat Quinn on the Passing of Film Writer, Director and Producer John Hughes
CHICAGO – August 6, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn issued the following statement on the Passing of Film Writer, Director and Producer John Hughes:
August 5, 2009
Gov. Quinn announces $13 million is awarded to communities to create Safe Routes to School
Program is designed to promote a healthier, more active lifestyle for children in grades K-8
CHICAGO – Governor Pat Quinn today announced $13.1 million in Safe Routes to School grants to schools and communities across the state. This 100 percent federally funded program is designed to enable and encourage children to walk and bike to school.
August 5, 2009
Governor Quinn Appoints Environmentalist to Metropolitan Water Reclamation District
Activist will focus on safe and clean water supplies
CHICAGO – August 05, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today announced the appointment of Mariyana Spyropoulos to the Board of Commissioners at the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. As a commissioner, Spyropoulos will be deeply involved in creating and maintaining policies affecting flooding, storm water management, rivers, and conservation.
August 4, 2009
Honoring Illinois' Fallen
United States and Illinois flags at half-staff from Sunrise, Thursday, August 6, 2009 until Sunset, Saturday, August 8, 2009.
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Quinn's Office to fly the United States and Illinois flags at State occupied buildings at half-staff from Sunrise, Thursday, August 6, 2009 until Sunset, Saturday, August 8, 2009.
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