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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois Newsletter for Tuesday July 30, 2024 ( 12 items )  

AASL Commends 313Reads
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 30 -- The American Association of School Librarians, a division of the American Library Association, issued the following news release: The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) formally commends 313Reads, approving a resolution made by the Michigan Association of School Librarians (MASL), an AASL Chapter. AASL annually recognizes outstanding programs, events, and products nominated by AASL Chapters for their support of the school librarian profession and the   more

AMCA Updates Fan Sound-Testing Standard 300
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Illinois, July 30 (TNSres) -- The Air Movement and Control Association International issued the following news release: Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. announces the publication of ANSI/AMCA Standard 300-24, Reverberation Room Methods of Sound Testing of Fans. Superseding ANSI/AMCA Standard 300-14, ANSI/AMCA Standard 300-24 establishes methods of determining the sound-power levels of fans of all types and sizes. It is limited to the determinati  more

American Library Association Accredits University College London
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 30 -- The American Library Association issued the following news release on July 29, 2024: For the first time ever, the American Library Association (ALA) Committee on Accreditation has granted accreditation to a program outside North America. The University College London's MA Library and Information Studies program received initial accreditation in June 2024. "We are thrilled to have University College London receive accreditation from ALA, making their LIS program th  more

Brookfield Zoo Chicago Celebrates Birth of Grevy's Zebra and Anticipates Another Foal This Summer
BROOKFIELD, Illinois, July 30 -- Brookfield Zoo Chicago issued the following news release: Brookfield Zoo Chicago is delighted to announce the birth of a male Grevy's zebra foal, born in the early evening on July 27. Thriving under the attentive care of his 8-year-old mother, Nyota, guests can catch a glimpse of the young zebra in one of the outdoor habitats on the north side of the park. The unnamed foal, weighing nearly 75 pounds, is a significant addition to the population of Grevy's zebras  more

Discover the future of tech at CompTIA ChannelCon & Partner Summit 2024 in Atlanta
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, July 29 [Category: Computer Technology] -- CompTIA issued the following news release: ATLANTA CompTIA, the leading association for the information technology (IT) industry and its workforce, for the first time hosts its two largest annual meetings in Atlanta this week. The CompTIA Partner Summit attracts leaders committed to building a stronger technology workforce through training, education and certification programs that connect people with the skills they need to r  more

FOP Calls for House Action on Social Security Fairness
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 30 -- The Fraternal Order of Police issued the following news release: * * * H.R. 82 Must Get a Vote! * * * Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, is calling on the House to immediately bring H.R. 82, the "Social Security Fairness Act," to the floor for a vote. "For 40 years, our nation's retired public servants have seen their benefits stolen by a grossly unfair system. Now, we are in the best position in a generation to rectify this inju  more

ILTA Announces the ILTACON 2024 Startup Hub and Startup Hub Speaker Line-Up
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 30 -- The International Legal Technology Association issued the following news release: The International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) Announces the ILTACON 2024 Startup Hub and Startup Hub speaker line-up. An integral part of the ILTACON Exhibit Hall, the Startup Hub will showcase legal IT and tech startups. Limited to 30 curated participant booths, the selected Start-ups will gain access to the most powerful group of legal IT and tech decision makers that can p  more

John and Crystal Beuerlein and Edward Jones Honored for Philanthropic Leadership in Alzheimer's Research
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 29 -- The Alzheimer's Association issued the following news release: PHILADELPHIA, July 28, 2024 -- The Alzheimer's Association(R) honored John and Crystal Beuerlein and Edward Jones with the Jerome H. Stone Philanthropy Award for Alzheimer's Research at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference(R) 2024 (AAIC(R)) in Philadelphia and online for their longstanding and impactful contribution on Alzheimer's research. John and Crystal Beuerlein joined the Alzheime  more

NMMA Partners with Local Sheriff Department to Distribute Free Life Jackets and Promote Water Safety
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 29 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: On Friday July 19, NMMA joined the Isanti County Sheriff, Water Sports Industry Association (WSIA), and Onyx Outdoor to distribute free life jackets at the Isanti, Minnesota County Fair. Over 150 free life jackets in youth and adult sizes were given to residents with help from State Senator Mark Koran, State Representative Brian Johnson, Sheriff Wayne Seiberlich an  more

On World Anti-Trafficking Day, We Stress the Importance of Prevention and Prompt Protection for Its Victims
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 30 -- Alianza Americas, a transnational advocacy network of Latin American migrant-led organizations, issued the following news release: Alianza Americas, a network of organizations led by immigrants of Latin American and Caribbean origin in the United States, insists that the real fight against human trafficking begins with creating pathways for regular migration so that people do not fall victim to schemes in which they are forced, tricked or coerced into labor or serv  more

Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) Voices Strong Concerns Over NOAA's Proposed Rule During Key CJS Committee Markup Hearing
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 29 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) delivered a strong rebuke to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) proposed changes to the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule during the July 25 Senate Appropriations Committee consideration of the fiscal year (FY) 2025 Commerce, Justice, & Science (CJS) spending bill. Senator Manchin voted aga  more

The Venezuelan Community Demands Respect for the Popular Will in Venezuela Due to the Lack of Transparency and Repression in the Electoral Process
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 30 -- Alianza Americas, a transnational advocacy network of Latin American migrant-led organizations, issued the following news release: Alianza Americas expresses concern for the irregularities registered during the Venezuelan presidential elections held this Sunday, July 28. The National Electoral Council (CNE) proclaimed Nicolas Maduro the winner of the presidential elections, with 51.2% of the votes against 44.2% for the opposition Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia. According  more