ROCKFORD – State Senator Steve Stadelman is pleased to announce that Goodwill Industries of Northern Illinois and Wisconsin Stateline Area has secured funding to build a diverse business ecosystem in the Rockford area.

“Goodwill Industries plays a vital role in our community, and this funding will further enhance their ability to support other non-profits,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “This grant funding will enable them to expand their reach and offer crucial training and resources to individuals and entrepreneurs who have historically been overlooked. By investing in these communities, we are laying the groundwork for a more equitable and prosperous future for everyone.”

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Steve Stadelman’s legislation aimed at supporting electrical workers across Illinois has passed committee.

“This bill represents a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to support the IBEW and their crucial role in Illinois,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “By facilitating the issuance of special license plates and establishing a dedicated fund, we are not only honoring the contributions of electrical workers, but also investing in the prosperity and safety of our communities.”

Stadelman’s measure would allow the Secretary of State to issue an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers decal for universal special license plates. The money made from the decals would be paid as grants to local chapters of the IBEW.

ROCKFORD – State Senator Steve Stadelman is pleased to announce that two businesses within the 34^th District have been awarded grants through the Made in Illinois Grant Program.

“The Made in Illinois Grant Program is a crucial tool in our commitment to enhancing the industrial base of Illinois,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “Providing local manufacturers with the resources they need to thrive in a competitive global market will ensure a boost to the local economy.”

The program, which provides up to $50,000 in matching grant funding, is dedicated to fostering innovation and strategic advancements within the Illinois manufacturing sector. Forty recipients across the state were awarded a combined total of $1.7 million.

SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Steve Stadelman has introduced a measure that aims to allow seventeen year olds to receive blood typing services without the need for parental consent.

“Knowing your blood type is not only critical in emergency situations, but it also encourages a deeper understanding and responsibility toward one’s health,” said Stadelman (D-Rockford). “This bill supports our young adults in making proactive health choices independently, and educating themselves on their own health.”