WASHINGTON – Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the publication of a new rule implementing portions of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA). Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public and Indian Housing Richard J. Monocchio made the announcement in DeKalb County, Georgia. “HUD is meeting the moment to address […]
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications for Illinois Natural Areas Stewardship grants through June 14. Eligible applicants are conservation land trusts exempt from taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the federal Internal Revenue Code and whose originating documents include in their purposes the restoration and stewardship of land for conservation
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is accepting applications for the State Furbearer Fund Special Funds Grant Program through May 24. The State Furbearer Fund provides grants to appropriate not-for-profit organizations, governmental entities, educational institutions, and corporations for projects that benefit fur-bearing mammals and improve harvesting opportunities for hunters and trappers of
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Conservation Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2024 Illinois Outdoor Hall of Fame class. Since 2002, the foundation has recognized individuals who have records of exemplary service in and commitments to improving conservation efforts and outdoor recreation opportunities in Illinois. Some inductees touched the lives of thousands by promoting fishing,
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) Acting Deputy Secretary and Deputy State Chief Information Officer Brandon Ragle was honored by StateScoop for his leadership and achievements in information technology for the second year in a row. The StateScoop 50 Awards, now in their eleventh year, honor the most influential people in the
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association today hosted the first Electric Vehicle Showcase Day at the Governor’s Mansion, where electric vehicle makers and suppliers gathered to exhibit their cutting-edge products and celebrate recent advancements in this exciting sector. Participants included Lion Electric Company; Rivian; Ford Motor Company; General Motors; EVBox; BorgWarner; UPS; bp pulse; Amazon;
CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Office of Tourism, is proud to announce a significant increase in international visitors to the state in 2023, marking a momentous milestone in tourism growth for Illinois. Illinois welcomed 2.16 million international visitors in 2023, reflecting a substantial 39% increase from the previous
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SIKESTON, Mo.– Stamp Out Hunger returns Saturday, May 11, with local letter carriers collecting items for Southeast Missouri Food Bank. Since launching in 1993, the National Association of Letter Carriers’ annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive has grown into the nation’s largest one-day food drive, helping to fill the shelves of food banks in
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri House of Representatives has approved a significant piece of comprehensive legislation focused on updating and modernizing existing statutes, significantly reducing complexity and removing outdated provisions related to the Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development. This bill, sponsored by State Representative Willard Haley, received overwhelming support with a 147-0
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – House Speaker Dean Plocher is pleased to announce the passage of House Concurrent Resolution 30 by the Missouri House of Representatives. This resolution reaffirms Missouri’s longstanding support for Israel and its unwavering commitment as Israel defends itself and works to recover hostages taken by Hamas. HCR 30 recognizes the enduring friendship and
