IPHA Advocacy Alert
Dear IPHA Members and Local Health Departments, and friends,
This week, there are a number of bills we are tracking which will be heard in committee. This is a great opportunity to make your voice heard on issues that are important to you and your community.
The following bills are being flagged for action, with the full bill list below:
- HB1052 - Food Truck Freedom (See IPHA Fact Sheet)
- HB4579 - $DPH - Local Health Protection Grant (See IPHA Fact Sheet)
List of Bills in Committee with links for submitting witness slips
FAQ: How to File a Witness Slip
Don't forget, a phone call can be a very fast, immediate way to communicate your position on a bill or an issue with your Illinois legislator.
- Phone for Illinois House: 217-782-8223
- Phone for Illinois Senate: 217-782-5715
- Phone for Governor’s Office: 217-782-0244
Please reach out if you have questions or want to discuss bills. The Illinois Public Health Association is so grateful for your partnership and advocacy on public health issues that impact our communities.
If you have questions, please contact Conny Moody, IPHA Government Relations and Compliance, at cmoody@ipha.com or email advocacy@ipha.com.