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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois Newsletter for Wednesday September 04, 2024 ( 9 items )  

American Library Association: Cultivating Kindness and Wellbeing in Libraries
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 4 -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: Information professionals work in dynamically changing environments with a diverse range of patrons, which can sometimes present stressful situations. "The Kind Librarian: Cultivating a Culture of Kindness and Wellbeing in Libraries," published by Facet Publishing and available through the ALA Store, seeks to aid readers in navigating these challenges by demonstrating how to promote a more supporti  more

American Nuclear Society Response to Science Article, "The Weapons Potential of High-Assay Low-Enriched Uranium" by Kemp Et Al
LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, Sept. 4 -- The American Nuclear Society issued the following letter on Sept. 3, 2024: * * * ANS open letter to Science magazine challenging claims about HALEU * * * To: Dr. Holden Thorp, Editor-in-Chief, Science Subject: Science magazine Policy Forum article "The weapons potential of high-assay low-enriched uranium" published June 2024 Dear Dr. Thorp: The American Nuclear Society--a professional nuclear science and technology society representing more than 10,000  more

CAP Applauds Introduction of Provider Stability Reimbursement Act in Senate
NORTHFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 4 -- The College of American Pathologists issued the following statement on Sept. 3, 2024: * * * The CAP commended the introduction of the Provider Stability Reimbursement Act in the US Senate and urged Congress to enact the legislation to help prevent across-the-board Medicare cuts to physicians in future years. CAP President Donald Karcher, MD, FCAP, issued the following statement thanking sponsors Sens. John Boozman (R-AR), Peter Welch (D-VT), Thom Tillis (R-NC),  more

Cherry Lake Publishing Releases Early Readers' Book: 'Making a Difference With Easterseals'
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 4 (TNSres) -- Easterseals, a provider of services and supports from early childhood programs, to autism services, veterans' services and medical rehabilitation and employment programs, issued the following news release: Cherry Lake Publishing recently released an early readers' book, "Making a Difference with Easterseals," the third in a series of books on which the two organizations have collaborated to highlight acceptance and inclusion of people with disabilities. In  more

Chicago Teachers Union Launches 'Underfunded and Understaffed' Tracker, Showing Vacancies Across the District
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 4 -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following news release: * * * CTU's new platform shows an alarming level of understaffing in Chicago Public Schools, impeding student learning. * * * Today, the Chicago Teachers Union launched the #UnderFundedUnderStaffed Tracker, designed to monitor the impact of understaffing and underfunding on Chicago students. Access the tracker here (https://tracker.ctulocal1.org/). With frontline testimony and up-to-date data from CPS' o  more

Journal of Marketing: Embedding Social Goals Into Business Strategy Drives Profit and Purpose
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 4 (TNSres) -- The Journal of Marketing, a part of the American Marketing Association, issued the following news release: A new study published in the Journal of Marketing reveals that organizations integrating social goals into their core business strategies not only contribute positively to society but also unlock significant business benefits, creating a win-win scenario. Conducted by researchers from Texas A&M University, Monash University, St. John's University, Fo  more

NMMA Canada Supports Regional Partners at the BoatingON Annual Golf Tournament
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 3 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: NMMA Canada recently helped support Boating Ontario, a regional partner, with the Boating Ontario Annual Golf Tournament at the Bonnaire Golf Club in Clearwater, ON. The sponsorship brought together industry leaders, business partners and marine enthusiasts for a day of networking and collaboration. The tournament served as a valuable opportunity to strengthen rel  more

PAAR and Your Illinois REALTORS Share With National Colleagues How They are Revitalizing Forgotten Peoria Neighborhoods
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Sept. 4 -- Illinois Realtors issued the following news: Illinois REALTORS(R) Local Governmental Affairs Director Kristie Engerman and Peoria Area Association of REALTORS(R) (PAAR) CEO Jennifer Hamm participated in a panel discussion during NAR's Commercial Leadership Development Day in Chicago. The panelists told the story of an ongoing collaboration between Peoria REALTORS(R) and local stakeholders - elected officials, community leaders, law enforcement, pastors, reside  more

Strategic Management Society: SRF Call for Grant Funding Program Ideas
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 4 -- The Strategic Management Society issued the following news: The SMS Research Committee and the SRF Co-Chairs are inviting your submissions for new grant funding program ideas! The Strategy Research Foundation (SRF) advances the vision and mission of the SMS by creating inclusive funding initiatives that support strategy scholars around the world in conducting rigorous and business relevant research. SRF currently operates two competitive grant programs: the Resear  more