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This is a time to come together with family and friends, reflect on the past year, and look ahead with hope and determination for the future.</p><p style="margin: 0;"> </p><p style="margin: 0;">The conclusion of the lame duck session saw the passage of several impactful measures addressing diverse community needs. SB457 ensures that all children have access to school lunches that accommodate their religious dietary requirements. HB2547 promotes workplace fairness by mandating transparency in work quotas and enhancing safety standards for warehouse workers. HB5164 simplifies the process for individuals seeking name changes by eliminating outdated publication requirements, while HB4828 strengthens accountability by requiring data collection on solitary confinement usage within the Illinois Department of Corrections. These initiatives reflect a commitment to equity, safety, and inclusivity. </p><p style="margin: 0;"> </p><p style="margin: 0;">Additionally, as the legislative session transitions, the 104th General Assembly has been sworn into office. Photos from the inauguration ceremony are available below.</p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>As always, my office is here to support you. I encourage you to reach out with any questions, ideas, or concerns in the weeks and months ahead. Together, we can continue building a stronger, more vibrant community and I am very grateful to serve this community as a legislator. </p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>Warm regards,</p><p style="margin: 0;">Kim Neely DuBuclet<br>State Representative<br>Illinois Fifth House District </p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>P.S. Keep an eye on my social media and website for updates as we move into the legislative session. I look forward to continuing the conversation with you in 2025!</p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>With temperatures in flux make sure you are taking the necessary precautions to stay warm. 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width: 100%;"><tr><td valign="top" class="r7-i" style="padding-left: 7px; padding-right: 7px;"> <table width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation"><tr><td class="r2-c" align="center"> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation" width="257" class="r14-o" style="border-collapse: separate; border-radius: 8px; table-layout: fixed; width: 257px;"><tr><td class="r19-i" style="border-radius: 8px; font-size: 0px; line-height: 0px;"> <img src="https://aa1n4.img.ag.d.sendibm3.com/im/sh/fXUM4TlcWOZZ.jpeg?u=WtVElij8PJZGdo9CbM1cBINSZlof7MMn" width="257" border="0" style="display: block; width: 100%; border-radius: 8px;" sib_img_id="13"></td> </tr></table></td> </tr></table></td> </tr></table></th> </tr></table></td> </tr></table><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation" width="100%" align="center" class="r3-o" style="table-layout: fixed; width: 100%;"><tr><td class="r8-i" style="padding-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 20px;"> <table width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation"><tr><th width="100%" valign="top" class="r5-c" style="font-weight: normal;"> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation" width="100%" class="r6-o" style="table-layout: fixed; width: 100%;"><tr><td valign="top" class="r7-i" style="padding-left: 10px; padding-right: 10px;"> <table width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation"><tr><td class="r20-c nl2go-default-textstyle" align="left" style="color: #3b3f44; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5; word-break: break-word; padding-top: 15px; text-align: left; valign: top;"> <div><h2 class="default-heading2" style="margin: 0; color: #1f2d3d; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 32px; word-break: break-word;">UPCOMING GRANTS</h2></div> </td> </tr><tr><td class="r13-c nl2go-default-textstyle" align="left" style="color: #3b3f44; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5; word-break: break-word; padding-bottom: 15px; padding-top: 15px; text-align: left; valign: top;"> <div><p style="margin: 0;">The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is a valuable resource for constituents as the department sets out to bolster job creation, economic growth, and innovation. DCEO puts out a wide array of grants. Listed below are some with deadlines that are approaching for your consideration. </p><p style="margin: 0;"><br><strong>Business Attraction Prime Sites </strong><br>Program Details: This program is designed to assist companies with large-scale capital investment projects that commit to significant job creation for Illinois residents as they relocate or expand operations within Illinois. Business Attraction Prime Sites grants can encompass a wide range of economic development projects and may include infrastructure and capital equipment purchases that will result in job creation in the State of Illinois.</p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>Eligible Applicants: Businesses that: are relocating to or expanding operations in Illinois, received confirmation of eligibility for an EDGE, HIB, REV or MICRO credit or has a pending application for the EDGE, HIB, REV or MICRO programs that is ultimately approved, for businesses applying for and/or are eligible for EDGE or HIB, are committed to: hiring at least 40 new employees that are Illinois residents to work onsite where project is located, AND making a $40 million investment, OR hiring at least 100 new employees that are Illinois residents to work onsite where project is located, AND making a $20 million investment1, are operating in one of the following industries of focus from the 2019 Illinois Economic Plan.</p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>Application Deadline: June 30, 2025</p><p style="margin: 0;"><br><strong>SBIR/STTR Match Program </strong><br>Program Details: The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) are competitive federal grant programs that provide funding opportunities for small businesses to perform research and development (R&D) on technology of interest to federal agencies. Both projects provide funding to explore the potential of high-tech products and encourage commercialization of those products. This program would provide a state match to companies that have received awards through the SBIR and STTR grant programs.</p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>Eligible Applicants: For-profit businesses based in Illinois (defined as principal place of business in Illinois) that have received an SBIR or STTR Phase I award from a participating federal agency.</p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>Application Deadline: June 30, 2025<br><br> <br><strong>CDBG Economic Development Program </strong><br>Program Details: The Economic Development component funds are available on an as-needed basis throughout the year to all eligible applicants meeting program component requirements until all funds allocated to this component have been distributed. Only projects that create and/or retain permanent jobs will be funded. Projects should attract sizable private investment, have solid commitments to create or retain permanent jobs and demonstrate financial feasibility and benefit to low-to-moderate income persons.</p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>Eligible Applicants: Only units of general local government may apply for funding.<br>Application Deadline: Rolling <br><br><strong>CDBG Disaster Response Program </strong><br>Program Details: This program is designed for communities experiencing an imminent and urgent threat to public health and safety as indicated by a disaster declaration by the Governor of the State of Illinois.<br>Eligible Applicants: Only units of general local government (i.e., cities, villages, townships and counties) may apply for funding. Eligible municipalities shall not receive funding from HUD as an entitlement city. Counties and townships that are not participating in the HUD Urban County Entitlement Program are also eligible to apply for block grant funds.<br>Application Deadline: Rolling <br>Apply <br><br><strong>Illinois Reproductive Health Facilities Capital Grant Program </strong><br>Program Details: This program will provide grants for pregnancy centers which include organizations or facilities that has health care employees, volunteers, or agents who are licensed health care professionals. Pregnancy-related services include any medical service, or health counseling service, related to the prevention, preservation, or termination of pregnancy. Organizations are not to engage in unfair methods or deceptive acts or practices, including the use or employment of any deception, fraud, false pretense, false promise, or misrepresentation to interfere with or prevent an individual from seeking to gain entry or access. </p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit and for-profit clinics providing or planning to provide pregnancy-related services in a clinical setting.<br>Application Deadline: Rolling <br> <br><strong>Federal Grant Match Support Program </strong><br>Program Details: This program will make funding available to Illinois-based businesses and organizations seeking competitive federal grants. This match program will encourage more applicants to apply for federal grant opportunities, provide critical assistance to meet the minimum match eligibility requirements, increase the competitiveness of applications, and provide the State of Illinois with an opportunity to make a firm commitment and demonstration of support for projects that are well aligned with the State’s economic development goals and priorities.</p><p style="margin: 0;"><br>Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits, educational institutions, local governments, and businesses. <br>Application Deadline: Open; No specific due dates </p></div> </td> </tr></table></td> </tr></table></th> </tr></table></td> </tr></table><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation" width="100%" align="center" class="r3-o" style="table-layout: fixed; width: 100%;"><tr><td class="r12-i" style="padding-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 20px;"> <table width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation"><tr><th width="100%" valign="top" class="r5-c" style="font-weight: normal;"> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation" width="100%" class="r6-o" style="table-layout: fixed; 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You can help meet the need for blood donations by volunteering at the ABC7 Great Chicago Blood Drive. 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King Dr. on Saturday, January 18th at 6:00 pm</p></div> </td> </tr></table></td> </tr></table></th> </tr></table></td> </tr></table><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation" width="100%" align="center" class="r3-o" style="table-layout: fixed; width: 100%;"><tr><td class="r12-i" style="padding-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 20px;"> <table width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation"><tr><th width="100%" valign="top" class="r5-c" style="font-weight: normal;"> <table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation" width="100%" class="r6-o" style="table-layout: fixed; width: 100%;"><tr><td valign="top" class="r7-i" style="padding-left: 15px; padding-right: 15px;"> <table width="100%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0" role="presentation"><tr><td class="r21-c" align="center" style="font-size: 0px; line-height: 0px; padding-bottom: 15px; padding-top: 15px; valign: top;"> <img src="https://aa1n4.img.ag.d.sendibm3.com/im/sh/pQl1ekUuy2Yc.png?u=7xwQLFBtniwQnLwUnXdbeM3RaQIhXdt" width="570" border="0" style="display: block; 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