Press Releases

Jones Condemns Changes to Cemetery Reform

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois State Senator Emil Jones III (D–Chicago) voiced his outrage at changes made to his proposed reform to the Cemetery Oversight Act (COA), Senate Bill 1853. Earlier this legislative session, Senator Jones passed Senate Bill 1853, which reduces the amount of regulation on smaller not-for-profit cemeteries. These small cemeteries are usually family burial grounds or owned by churches.

Senator Jones’ Legislation Creates Roseland Medical District

Springfield, IL – This week, State Senator Emil Jones III (D-Chicago) passed legislation that will create the Roseland Community Medical District.

Jones’ legislation, House Bill 1888, creates the Roseland Community Medical District Commission to coordinate efforts to develop and implement a master plan for the new district.

Senator Jones Passes Legislation to Reduce Recidivism Among Ex-Offenders

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Today, Illinois State Senator Emil Jones III passed legislation to assist discharged convicts and prisoners with obtaining employment with the intent of them becoming self sufficient.