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We did it! HB3582 signed by Governor Pritzker

WE DID IT! The expansion to the Illinois Victims’ Economic Security & Safety Act (VESSA) was signed into law today by Gov. Pritzker, along with many other critical DV bills. The VESSA expansion will make it possible for *all* survivors of violence in Illinois —including homicide survivors and victims who survive injuries from gun violence …

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HB3582 passes Illinois Senate with bipartisan support

The expansion to the Victims’ Economic Security & Safety Act (VESSA) just passed the Illinois Senate with bipartisan support! Thank you to Representative Robyn Gabel and State Senator Robert Peters for your leadership on HB3582, and to your incredible staff for guiding the way with their expertise. Survivors know that access to trauma recovery is …

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