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Hastings urges residents to apply for energy bill assistance program

Posted on September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Hastings urges residents to apply for energy bill assistance program
Hastings urges residents to apply for energy bill assistance program

Hastings urges residents to apply for energy bill assistance program State Senator Michael E. Hastings is urging all eligible residents to apply for the state’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program to help them pay high utility bills. Applications will be accepted starting Oct. 2 through Aug. 15, 2024. “Families should not be forced to choose…

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Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels
Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels

Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels Nine hotels in the 19th District are set to receive more than $700,000 in Back to Business grants, thanks to State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “Our hospitality industry helps generate revenue and contribute to the economic and social development of our communities,”…

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Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month

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Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month

Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month State Senator Michael E. Hastings is reminding residents across the 19th District to take the time to discuss and implement readiness plans during National Preparedness Month. “Setting aside time to plan ahead and create readiness plans can make all the difference in saving the…

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Decorated Iraq War veteran Senator Michael Hastings appointed to two key statewide veterans groups

Posted on August 29, 2023August 29, 2023 By Press ReleaseChicago No Comments on Decorated Iraq War veteran Senator Michael Hastings appointed to two key statewide veterans groups
Decorated Iraq War veteran Senator Michael Hastings appointed to two key statewide veterans groups

Decorated Iraq War veteran Senator Michael Hastings appointed to two key statewide veterans groups State Senator Michael E. Hastings was appointed to represent the Senate in two statewide veterans’ task forces. Hastings (D-Frankfort) will be serving as a member on the Breakthrough Therapies for Veterans Suicide Prevention Program Advisory Council and on the Veterans Service-Related…

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Hastings secures $17.8 million for vital improvements to Tinley Park and neighboring municipalities

Posted on August 25, 2023August 26, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hastings secures $17.8 million for vital improvements to Tinley Park and neighboring municipalities
Hastings secures $17.8 million for vital improvements to Tinley Park and neighboring municipalities

Hastings secures $17.8 million for vital improvements to Tinley Park and neighboring municipalities Tinley Park and neighboring municipalities are set to receive $17.8 million to make vital improvements to local highways and roads, thanks to the advocacy of State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “Our highways, roads and bridges optimize opportunities for economic development, education and…

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Pritzker makes right choice on abandoned Tinley Mental Health center

Posted on August 18, 2023August 18, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pritzker makes right choice on abandoned Tinley Mental Health center
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Pritzker makes right choice on abandoned Tinley Mental Health center By Ray Hanania Legislation signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker this week does two important things for Tinley Park and for the southwest region. It secures a productive future for the long abandoned Tinley Mental Health Center, giving it to the Tinley Park Park District to…

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Senator Michael Hastings secures $17.1 million for for vital improvements to bridges and roads in Lockport and Homer Glen

Posted on August 12, 2023August 12, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Senator Michael Hastings secures $17.1 million for for vital improvements to bridges and roads in Lockport and Homer Glen
Senator Michael Hastings secures $17.1 million for for vital improvements to bridges and roads in Lockport and Homer Glen

Senator Michael Hastings secures $17.1 million for for vital improvements to bridges and roads in Lockport and Homer Glen Lockport and Homer Glen are set to receive $17.1 million to make vital improvements to local highways, bridges and roads, thanks to the advocacy of State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “Sound and safe roads, highways and…

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Hastings’ new law will jump start renovation of Tinley Park Mental Health Center

Posted on August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hastings’ new law will jump start renovation of Tinley Park Mental Health Center
Hastings’ new law will jump start renovation of Tinley Park Mental Health Center

Hastings’ new law will jump start renovation of Tinley Park Mental Health Center The long awaited renovation to the former Tinley Park Mental Health Center will soon be underway thanks to the advocacy of State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “Transferring the Tinley Park Mental Health Center to the Tinley Park – Park District was one…

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