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Joyce-supported proposal to address rising Xylazine crisis passes Senate

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Wednesday, April 30, 2025 02:15 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Patrick Joyce supported a proposal that would address the rise in synthetic opioids, along with other synthetic drugs.

“Overdoses in the 40th District are on the rise – and we need to crackdown on the spread of Xylazine before more lives are lost,” said Joyce (D-Essex). “This legislation has taken years’ worth of work – and I am proud to have played a role in its passage.”

Joyce is co-sponsoring the proposal, brought by the Illinois State Police, in response to the steep increase in Xylazine-related drug overdoses reported in Illinois. The Illinois Department of Public Health reported that Xylazine-related overdose deaths increased from two reported deaths in 2018, to 45 in 2020 and 155 deaths in 2021.

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Twelve school libraries in the 40th District receive funding thanks to Joyce

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Tuesday, April 22, 2025 09:23 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Patrick Joyce secured more than $21,000 in grants to provide resources for twelve public school libraries in the 40th District.

“In this new age of technology, we cannot forget about our school libraries,” said Joyce (D-Essex). “School libraries are the birthplace of strong reading habits, research skills and student achievement.”

More than $1.3 million was awarded to 2,484 Illinois public school libraries through the Secretary of State’s School District Library Grant Program. Resources and services supported through the grant include library books, e-books, audiobooks, periodicals, multilingual materials, technology and programs.

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Joyce helps secure over $2 million in job training funding for the 40th District

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Wednesday, April 16, 2025 09:11 AM

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KANKAKEE – State Senator Patrick Joyce secured over $2 million to further expand the Illinois Works Pre-apprenticeship Program into Kankakee and Cook County.

“You may not fully realize it, but trades are what make our communities run smoothly,” said Joyce (D-Essex). “Think about electricians, plumbers, welders and HVAC technicians. These are essential skilled services that communities rely on every single day.”

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity awarded $19 million in grant funding through the Illinois Works Pre-apprenticeship Program to 38 organizations across the state. The purpose of the funding is to create more pathways for kids to access pre-apprenticeship programs and registered apprenticeships, which provide greater opportunities to secure lifelong careers in the construction trades. In Joyce’s district, Rincon Family Services – in Kankakee – will receive $1,650,000. Bethel Family Resource Center – in Chicago Heights – will receive $484,000. Both family resource centers work to support pre-apprenticeship students and strengthen their communities.

Read more: Joyce helps secure over $2 million in job training funding for the 40th District

Joyce calls for a shift in priorities after governor’s budget address

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Wednesday, February 19, 2025 12:55 PM

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SPRINGFIELD – In response to Governor JB Pritzker’s budget address, State Senator Patrick Joyce (D-Essex) issued the following statement:

“When looking at the governor’s proposed budget, we need to focus on what really matters: the middle class and prioritizing not raising taxes. Our communities have sent us a clear message: we need to limit government spending and ease the burden on hard working families.”

“I understand this is only the beginning of budget negotiations and I plan to do right by the people of Illinois by working with the governor and my fellow lawmakers to get our priorities back on track.”  

More Articles …

  1. Joyce successfully pushes for Voortman Steel Machinery in Illinois
  2. Joyce urges eligible stores to apply for Illinois Grocery Initiative funding
  3. Joyce, DeLuca applaud start of construction on Illinois 53
  4. Joyce applauds $219,000 coming to local libraries
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Springfield Office:
Stratton Building
Section C, Office L
Springfield, IL 62706
217.782.7419

District Offices:
179 S. Wall St.
Kankakee, IL 60901
708.756.0882