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2009

November 7, 2009
Governor Quinn Signs Veto Override Bill
New Law Reforms Cook County Board Voting Practice
CHICAGO – November 7, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today signed a law that reforms the Cook County Board’s veto override power by making it more responsive to the people and a stronger force for democracy.

November 7, 2009
Honoring Illinois' Fallen
United States and Illinois flags at half-staff immediately until Sunset, Saturday, November 7, 2009.
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Quinn's Office to fly the United States and Illinois flags at State occupied buildings at half-staff immediately until Sunset, Saturday, November 7, 2009.

November 7, 2009
Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy at Fort Hood, Texas
United States and Illinois flags at half-staff immediately until Sunset, Tuesday, November 10, 2009.
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Quinn's Office to follow the directive of the President and to fly the United States and Illinois flags at State occupied buildings at half-staff immediately until Sunset, Tuesday, November 10, 2009.

November 6, 2009
Governor Quinn Launches Operation Support Our Troops Holiday Collection Drive
Calls on Residents to Support Overseas Servicemembers with Care Packages this Holiday Season
CHICAGO – November 6, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today joined Operation Support Our Troops- Illinois, First Bank, the Warriors’ Watch Riders and JA Frate Transport Services to kick off the “Illinois Has Not Forgotten” grassroots drive to collect non-perishable food and personal care products for holiday packages for troops overseas.

November 6, 2009
Television Show Features Nationally Recognized, Award Winning Teen-Led IDOT Program Geared Towards Saving Lives
Illinois Department of Transportation and “The Global Learning Series” to Raise Awareness of Teen Safe Driving in "Understanding Traffic Safety"
SPRINGFIELD - Illinois Transportation Secretary Gary Hannig announced today that “The Global Learning Series,” an education-focused television program distributed to public television, will feature Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) Division of Traffic Safety’s “Operation Teen Safe Driving” program in the first of a series of segments called, “Understanding Traffic Safety.” The “Global Learning Series” is expected to feature officials from IDOT’s Division of Traffic Safety, law enforcement, program participants including students from Lanphier High School and a student from a winning school.

November 6, 2009
Gov. Quinn Praises Unemployment Benefit Extension
President Obama Signs Bill that Assists 40,000 Illinois Workers
CHICAGO – November 6, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today hailed U.S. Congressional action to extend unemployment insurance benefits an additional 20 weeks for thousands of Illinois workers who otherwise would have lost that financial support. President Obama signed the legislation into law today.

November 5, 2009
Honoring Illinois' Fallen
United States and Illinois flags at half-staff from Sunrise, Thursday, November 5, 2009 until Sunset, Saturday, November 7, 2009.
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Quinn's Office to fly the United States and Illinois flags at State occupied buildings at half-staff from Sunrise, Thursday, November 5, 2009 until Sunset, Saturday, November 7, 2009.

November 5, 2009
Illinois Department of Transportation Operation Teen Safe Driving Program Nationally Honored
(Washington, DC) -- The Roadway Safety Foundation (RSF) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today recognized the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Division of Traffic Safety’s (DTS) “Operation Teen Safe Driving” program for its efforts to reduce teen driving-related deaths by implementing innovative peer-to-peer programs.

November 5, 2009
IDOA Trade Missions Aid Illinois' Livestock Industry
Sales from events the past three months alone total nearly $500,000
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Trade missions led by the Illinois Department of Agriculture the past three months have produced immediate results, generating almost half a million dollars in business for the state’s livestock industry.

November 5, 2009
Liquor Control Commission October Underage Compliance Report
SPRINGFIELD – In October, the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) conducted compliance checks around the state and visited 98 businesses licensed to sell liquor. They cited nine licensees for violations of liquor control laws. Ninety-one percent of the licensees visited complied with Illinois liquor laws and refused to serve underage customers.

November 4, 2009
Governor Quinn Names Four Members To Chicago State University Board of Trustees
Appointees Will Focus on Students, Community Relations
CHICAGO – November 4, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today named four new members to the Chicago State University (CSU) Board of Trustees, which oversees the management and operations of the higher educational institution.

November 3, 2009
Honoring Illinois' Fallen
United States and Illinois flags at half-staff from sunrise, Tuesday, November 3, 2009 until sunset, Thursday, November 5, 2009.
The Department of Central Management Services has received notice from Governor Quinn’s Office to fly the United States and Illinois flags at State occupied buildings at half-staff from sunrise, Tuesday, November 3, 2009 until sunset, Thursday, November 5, 2009.

November 3, 2009
Governor Quinn Salutes Fallen Illinois Servicemember
Midlothian Resident Sgt. Christopher Abeyta Honored
MIDLOTHIAN – November 3, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today attended a memorial in honor of Sgt. Christopher Abeyta at Bremen High School in Midlothian. Sgt. Abeyta and two other servicemembers were killed in action on March 15 when their vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device in Kot, Afghanistan.

November 3, 2009
Department of Revenue posts delinquent Taxpayer names on line
Posting information generates more than $15 million for State
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) today posted the names of 100 businesses and individuals that collectively owe the State at least $6.3 million on its website http://www.tax.illinois.gov. Each taxpayer listed owes more than $1,000 in delinquent taxes.

November 3, 2009
IEMA Urges People to Test Homes for Radon during Lung Cancer Awareness Month in November
Radon Poster Contest launched to increase awareness of radon hazards
SPRINGFIELD – November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is encouraging people to check their homes this month for a radioactive gas that is the second-leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Radon gas, which comes from the decay of naturally-occurring uranium in the soil, has been found in homes in every county in Illinois.

November 3, 2009
Oral History of Illinois Agriculture Website Launched
Features 300 hours of audio and video interviews with more than 130 people
SPRINGFIELD – Anyone with a computer can now see and hear the history of Illinois agriculture told by the people who lived it. Today, during a news conference, the Illinois State Museum launched the Audio-Video Barn website (http://avbarn.museum.state.il.us), featuring 300 hours of interviews with more than 130 people involved with agriculture in Illinois over the past 129 years. The website is the culmination of a two-year Oral History of Illinois Agriculture project led by the Illinois State Museum and Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

November 3, 2009
IDHS Surveying Illinoisans to Gain Valuable Information About Diabetes
Survey results will help prevent and control diabetes which now affects more than 840,000 children and adults
CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the Illinois State Diabetes Commission have launched an on-line survey to gain information about diabetes in Illinois. The “Speak Out About Diabetes” survey is used to help identify needs or barriers regarding diabetes prevention and control. The survey is available in English and Spanish at www.dhs.state.il.us.

November 3, 2009
Governor Quinn to Advocate for National Military Family Relief Fund Measure
Fund Would Provide Greater Aid to Military Families Nationwide
WASHINGTON, D.C. – November 4, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn will endorse a bill that would provide aid to military families in all branches of the armed services at a National Press Club Newsmakers press conference at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2009. The press conference will be in the Zenger Room on the 13th floor of National Press Building, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20045.

November 2, 2009
College Illinois!® 529 Prepaid Tuition Enrollment Underway
College Illinois!® 529 Prepaid Tuition Program now enrolling at www.529prepaidtuition.org
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— The Illinois Student Assistance Commission launched the 12th year of enrollment for the College Illinois!® 529 Prepaid Tuition Program on Sunday, November 1.

November 2, 2009
Governor Quinn Encourages Households to Apply for Home Heating Assistance
Illinois Receives $174 Million in LIHEAP Funding for Winter Aid
CHICAGO – November 2, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today urged eligible Illinois households to apply for winter heating assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The state received $174.6 million in federal funds to assist low-income families for this winter season.

November 2, 2009
Governor Quinn Highlights Illinois’ Free Medicare Counseling Service
Proclaims SHIP Week to Honor State Program which Offers One-on-One Medicare Counseling Prior to Open-Enrollment Period
CHICAGO – November 2, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today proclaimed the week of November 2 - 6 as Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Week in Illinois, highlighting the nearly 300,000 hours of free counseling provided by SHIP volunteers to Illinois’ Medicare beneficiaries.