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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois Newsletter for Saturday September 28, 2024 ( 7 items )  

A New Look for Knowledge Quest
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 27 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) is proud to announce a new look to our official association journal, Knowledge Quest (KQ). After fourteen years, the KQ refresh offers a fresh coat of paint on an old classic, with the previous layout and aesthetic retiring. Knowledge Quest, while sporting a bold new look, will still provide the school librarian fie  more

AANA Files Petition to Compel HHS to Enforce ACA Provider Non-Discrimination Provision
ROSEMONT, Illinois, Sept. 28 -- The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology issued the following news release on Sept. 27, 2024: * * * AANA calls on Biden Administration to enforce Affordable Care Act to help ensure access to care for all patients * * * The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) took action today to ensure access to high-quality, affordable anesthesia care for all patients. AANA filed a petition for a writ of mandamus in the United States District Court for  more

AASL Commends Anderson Reads
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 27 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) formally commends Anderson Reads, approving a resolution made by the South Carolina Association of School Librarians (SCASL), 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 learners the profe  more

ACES: Announcing the Winners of the 2024 Headline Contest
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Illinois, Sept. 27 -- ACES-The Society for Editing issued the following news: The results of the 2024 ACES Headline Contest are in and here is just some of what the judges said about the winning entries: "Engaging, entertaining, and informative." "Clever but appropriate." "Succinct." "Consistent." Based on these comments, it was another banner year for headlines national, local, and student. The ACES Headline Contest rewards the year's best headline writing and is open   more

ALA 2025 Scholarship Application Now Open
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 27 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: If you need financial help to get through your graduate program, scholarship funds are now available. The American Library Association (ALA) has more than $300,000 available to students who are studying in library science or school library media programs at the master's degree level. Get your application in early. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2025. Scholarships range fr  more

Discover Boating Norwalk Boat Show Kicks Off Fall Boat Show Season with Strong Momentum
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 27 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The Discover Boating Norwalk Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive Insurance, saw a steady stream of attendees over its four-day run, attracting more than 11,300 visitors. Overall, feedback from exhibitors has been cautiously optimistic, with boat dealers reporting a mix of solid to fair sales and leads entering the fourth quarter: "We had an excellent show.  more

IFT to Explore the Role of Artificial Food Coloring in Consumer Concerns, Policy, and Industry in Free Webinar
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 27 -- The Institute of Food Technologists issued the following news release: The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific organization committed to advancing the science of food and its application across the global food system, is hosting a webinar on "Artificial Food Colors: Consumer Concerns Shaping Policy and Industry" that will be held on Friday, October 11, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. CDT. The webinar will provide a comprehensive overvie  more