by Joe Giatras | Jun 13, 2024 | Newsletters
COVER STORY Teachers, check out SCARCE for Supplies! The best way to teach young people about recycling and sustainability is to “walk the walk.” So if you’re a teacher preparing for the coming school year, I hope you’ll stop by SCARCE,...
by Joe Giatras | Jun 6, 2024 | Newsletters
COVER STORY Remembering D-Day Today marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, when Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy and launched an invasion that would ultimately liberate Western Europe, defeat Nazi Germany, and end World War II. In honor of their...
by Joe Giatras | May 30, 2024 | Newsletters
COVER STORY End of Session (Part 1) Wow. It’s been less than 24 hours since I left Springfield, after a marathon final session that ended in the wee hours on Wednesday. I’m going to have a LOT to say about this year’s budget process over the next...
by Joe Giatras | May 24, 2024 | Newsletters
COVER STORY Remembering the fallen As we prepare for the coming holiday weekend, let’s not forget that Memorial Day was established to honor the brave men and women who have given their lives to defend our country. I hope you’ll find time on Monday, May...
by Joe Giatras | May 16, 2024 | Newsletters
COVER STORY Addressing generic drug shortages If you need a prescription drug to treat an illness or stay healthy, your health insurance company should not be able to deny you just because a generic version of that drug is not available. That’s why I sponsored...
by Joe Giatras | May 9, 2024 | Newsletters
COVER STORY Resources for Mental Health From my first days as a State Representative, I have been focused on helping people in our district and across Illinois get access to affordable, professional mental health care. As we mark Mental Health Awareness Month, I think...
