Peters applauds $108 million infrastructure investment
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CHICAGO — State Senator Robert Peters secured $108 million to build and repair infrastructure in Chicago’s lakefront neighborhoods.
“These infrastructure projects will directly benefit our state’s economy, creating jobs in construction, manufacturing and skilled trades,” said Peters (D-Chicago), chair of the Illinois Senate Labor Committee. “When our residents have access to good-paying jobs, we foster prosperity in our neighborhoods – providing paths to wealth-building, improving public health and creating a more resilient economy where everyone can thrive.”
The largest multi-year program to build and repair infrastructure in state history will invest $50.6 billion over six years, continuing an unprecedented investment in safety, mobility and quality of life made possible by the bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital program. IDOT’s new multi-year program is both comprehensive and multimodal, with investments in roads and bridges, aviation, transit, freight and passenger rail, waterways, and bicycle and pedestrian accommodations touching every Illinois county.
Peters’ law ensures stronger protections for patients, smarter penalties for nurse agencies
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SPRINGFIELD — Illinois patients and health care workers will see a fairer, more effective oversight system for nurse agencies, thanks to a new law sponsored by State Senator Robert Peters.
“Patients and nurse agencies alike need to be protected,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “By allowing proportional penalties for violations of the Nursing Agency Licensing Act, we’re helping agencies avoid excessive fines for minor infractions – supporting their operations while ensuring better patient care.”
The Nursing Agency Licensing Act sets guidelines to ensure nurse agencies meet certain operational standards and holds them responsible for the actions of the nurses they dispatch to health care facilities. Currently, Illinois law imposes a flat $10,000 fine for every violation of NALA, only targeting licensees or applicants. These guidelines do not account for the severity of the violation, meaning minor mistakes can result in the same financial punishment as more serious issues.
Law led by Peters supports victims of abuse
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SPRINGFIELD — Illinois survivors of abuse and assault will now see a fairer justice system, thanks to a new law from State Senator Robert Peters.
“Victims of abuse should never feel like they’re being silenced when they find the courage to tell their story – especially by the people who are explicitly meant to protect us,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “This law makes it clear our justice system will give victims the dignity, respect and support they deserve after enduring unimaginable trauma.”
Peters’ law defends victims of domestic abuse, reinforcing their right to be heard. Under the law, law enforcement are prohibited from discouraging or attempting to discourage a victim of abuse, neglect, exploitation or sexual assault from filing a police report – holding police accountable and allowing victims to seek justice without fear of being silenced.
Peters’ law shines light on violent crime investigations
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SPRINGFIELD — To improve public trust in law enforcement and tackle low homicide clearance rates, State Senator Robert Peters sponsored a new law requiring regular, transparent reporting on the progress of violent crime investigations.
“Our residents deserve transparency in regard to how violent crimes are being handled,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “This law will empower communities with the information they need to demand accountability and justice.”
Under the law, the Illinois State Police will provide a report offering detailed data on homicides and aggravated assaults involving firearms to the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority by Sept. 1, 2026, and every four months after. These reports will track key metrics such as arrest numbers, cases referred for prosecution and the reasons why cases remain unsolved, providing a clearer understanding of the challenges faced by law enforcement.
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