September 28, 2021 | Press Release
Despite years of efforts on the part of dozens of state agencies and stakeholders, and hundreds of millions of dollars spent, nitrate and phosphorus levels in Illinois water have increased.
Press Releases
Senator Duckworth Supports Bipartisan Bill To Protect Illinois Wildlife
September 24, 2021 | Press Release
Senator Tammy Duckworth is co-sponsoring the most significant wildlife conservation bill in nearly half a century, the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act!
New Bill Would Galvanize Wildlife Conservation, Help Prevent Extinctions in Illinois
July 21, 2021 | Press Release
New bipartisan legislation in the U.S. House and Senate will fund locally-led efforts to help prevent extinctions and help wildlife thrive nationwide.
Interim Agreement Reached on Protecting the Middle Fork of the Vermilion
June 23, 2021 | Press Release
Yesterday, the State of Illinois and Dynegy Midwest Generation reached an interim agreement regarding violations of the Illinois Environmental Protection Act at the Vermilion Power Station.
Legislation Restores Damaged Lands, Creates Jobs in Rural Communities
April 29, 2021 | Press Release
The RECLAIM Act, introduced today, would provide jobs, public health improvements, and habitat restoration in coal communities.
