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Recent News About Illinois Department of Transportation
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Local sales tax rate changes take effect in Illinois on July 1
Effective July 1, 2025, various taxing jurisdictions will implement changes to local sales tax rates on general merchandise.
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IDPH advises testing private wells near Lake Bluff Estates for contaminants
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued a recommendation for residents using private wells near the Lake Bluff Estates Mobile Home Park to test their water for contaminants.
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IDPH urges testing of private wells near systems with high PFAS
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is urging private well owners to assess if they are near community water systems (CWS) with elevated levels of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).
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Illinois DCFS urges vigilance during Childhood Drowning Prevention Month
With summer approaching, the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) emphasizes the critical need for vigilant supervision of children around water to prevent accidental drownings.
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Illinois health department issues safety guidelines for upcoming swim season
Ahead of Memorial Day weekend, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is emphasizing the importance of safety as the outdoor swimming season begins.
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Illinois treasurer returns WWII veteran's purple heart medal
Ahead of Memorial Day, Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced the return of a Purple Heart medal to Christopher Reed, the grandson of the late World War II Army veteran Henry Van Der Noord from Lansing, Illinois.
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Illinois Department of Revenue receives 2025 Bell Seal for workplace mental health
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) has been recognized by Mental Health America (MHA) with the 2025 Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health.
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Illinois announces sales tax rate changes for aviation fuel starting July
Local government units in Illinois are required to certify to the Illinois Department of Transportation by April 1 each year regarding their "airport-related purpose" as per statute 35 ILCS 120/2-22.
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Illinois increases motor fuel tax rate by CPI adjustment
The motor fuel tax rate in Illinois will see an increase effective July 1, 2025.
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Illinoisans urged to protect against ticks during Lyme Disease Awareness Month
With the arrival of warmer weather, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is highlighting the importance of Lyme Disease Awareness Month in May.
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Illinois updates motor fuel use tax rate for second half of 2025
Illinois has announced a change in the Motor Fuel Use Tax rate, which will be effective from July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025.
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Illinois updates sport fish consumption advisories for 2025
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has released its annual update on advisories for consuming sport fish from Illinois waterways.
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Cook County municipalities to impose new motor fuel tax rates starting July
Effective July 1, 2025, several municipalities located entirely or partially within Cook County will implement a Municipal Motor Fuel Tax rate on retail sales of motor fuel.
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Commission opens registration for free online summer BEI certification workshops
Registration is now open for the free online Summer BEI Certification Test Preparation Workshop Series, as announced by the Commission.
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Illinois DoIT to discuss website accessibility upgrades on May 15th
The Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) invites the public to mark Global Accessibility Awareness Day on May 15th, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.
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Cannabis tax rates undergo changes in certain jurisdictions starting July 2025
Certain taxing jurisdictions are implementing or adjusting their Municipal or County Cannabis Retailers’ Occupation Tax rates on adult-use cannabis sales.
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Illinois pharmacists authorized to provide PrEP without prescription
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has issued a standing order allowing residents to access the HIV preventive medication PrEP directly from pharmacists without needing a doctor's prescription.
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IDPH to host job fair for health careers on April 23 in Springfield
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) will organize a job fair in Springfield on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. This event is designed to give job seekers the chance to apply for and inquire about careers in public...
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Illinois counties adjust motor fuel tax rate
The County Motor Fuel Tax Law permits certain counties to levy a tax on retail sales of motor fuel used in motor vehicles on Illinois public highways and in recreational watercraft on Illinois waters.
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Illinois updates school vaccination data for the 2024-25 academic year
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has updated its Illinois School Vaccination Coverage Dashboard, now featuring data from the 2024-25 school year.