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Morrison champions resolution declaring September 2026 Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month
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DEERFIELD — Bringing awareness to genetic disorders, State Senator Julie Morrison championed a resolution in the Senate declaring September 2026 as Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month in Illinois.
“Muscular Dystrophy is a group of progressive and degenerative disorders, often affecting young children, limiting ones mobility,” said Morrison (D- Lake Forest). “It is imperative that we raise awareness and recognize disorders that continue to significantly impact Illinoisan so we can ensure continued education and research.”
Morrison works to strengthen plastic pollution prevention efforts
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DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison advanced a measure through the Senate to strengthen pollution prevention requirements against plastic pellet runoff and secure clean and healthy waterways for Illinois.
“Our waterways are an important and vital part of our ecosystem – but they cannot thrive with industrial plastic runoff harming aquatic life, water quality and beach health across the Great Lakes,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “It’s time we provide the regulations needed to secure a thriving environment, free from pollution, for neighbors to enjoy for years to come.”
Drivers could invoke appraisal on damaged vehicles under Morrison measure
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DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison spearheaded a measure through the Senate that would give insured drivers a way to resolve disputes with their insurers about repair costs or total loss valuations without involving the court system.
“It is not uncommon for policyholders to feel that their estimated repair cost or total loss valuation is too low,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “However, it becomes burdensome for both the policyholder and insurance company to have to go through the courts to get an appraisal.”
Morrison leads legislation through Senate expanding law enforcement access to crime-solving tools
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DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison led a measure through the Senate that would ensure the Illinois State Police utilize the national DNA profile database CODIS to notify investigating agencies if a consistent DNA profile has been identified.
“The CODIS database has expanded law enforcement agencies’ ability to investigate leads, bring justice to victims of crimes and ensure public safety,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “We need to enhance law enforcement agencies’ use of this database as we work to support crime victims and secure safety in our neighborhoods.”
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Welcome!
Welcome to my legislative website! I am proud to serve as the State Senator from Illinois' 29th District, representing portions of the North Suburbs of Chicago in Lake and Cook Counties.
It is truly my honor to represent you in Springfield. Please do not hesitate to contact my office with questions or ways I can better serve you.
Sincerely,
Julie Morrison
