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Halpin applauds funding for educational career grants

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Category: Press Releases
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 12:26 PM
  • Grants
  • Education

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ROCK ISLAND – In an effort to address the ongoing teacher shortage, State Senator Mike Halpin joined the Illinois State Board of Education in announcing $7.4 million in grants to help prepare high school students for careers in education.

“Children deserve to learn in schools that have adequate resources to bolster their education,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “With this funding, we are not only enriching the lives of current students, but expanding opportunities for all youth.”

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Halpin announces over $8.8 million coming to local school districts thanks to evidence-based funding

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Category: Press Releases
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 03:24 PM

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ROCK ISLAND – State Senator Mike Halpin announced that area school districts will receive over $8.8 million thanks to the evidence-based funding formula.

“Each school has diverse needs to best assist students with the proper support and resources,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “With the evidence-based funding formula, our students, teachers and districts will see the benefits of investing into their future and meeting these diverse needs.”

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Rock Island County to see over $500,000 for workforce training thanks to Halpin

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Category: Press Releases
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 09:05 AM
  • Job Training and Economic Development Program

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ROCK ISLAND – State Senator Mike Halpin announced Wednesday that Rock Island County will receive $562,325 through the Job Training and Economic Development Program.

“Continuing to support those who are seeking employment is important,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “The Job Training and Economic Development program will provide essential resources to our residents who have been struggling with employment opportunities.”

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Halpin passes law with assistance from Rock Island probation officer

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Category: Press Releases
Monday, August 12, 2024 10:00 AM
  • Task Force
  • SB3353
  • Community-Based Correctional Facilities

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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Mike Halpin’s measure to create a Community-Based Corrections Task Force to research the benefits of specialty courts and community-based correctional centers was signed into law on Friday.

“Listening to the experts and community residents is how we create common-sense laws that are fair to everyone,” said Halpin (D-Rock Island). “This task force will show us how folks struggling with mental illness or addiction interact with our criminal justice system so we can achieve better outcomes for these individuals while keeping our communities safe.”

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  1. Halpin encourages fire departments to apply for Small Equipment Grant Program
  2. Halpin raises awareness about Scott’s Law
  3. Specialty Air Force license plates for combat vets becomes law, thanks to Halpin
  4. Halpin, Johnson add QC towns to economic redevelopment zone
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Welcome

Dear Friends,

Thank you for visiting my legislative website. It is my honor to serve the citizens of the 36th Senate District in the Illinois General Assembly. On this website, you can learn a little bit about me, my record in the General Assembly, and the services I can provide you.

I always welcome feedback from my constituents, so if you have any questions, concerns, or ideas, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,

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Rock Island Office:
County Office Building
1504 3rd Ave., 2nd Floor
Rock Island, IL 61201
(309) 558-3612
(309) 297-4483 (Text)

Galesburg Office:
117 E. Main St.
Suite 103
Galesburg, IL 61401
(309) 297-4483

Springfield Office:
Stratton Office Building
401 S. Spring St.
Section C, Office J
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-4307

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