July 30, 2010 :: Veterans Can Qualify for Special License Plates at No Extra Cost
Under new state law sponsored by Sen. Koehler (D-Peoria) and Rep. Don Moffit (R-Galesburg), Illinois veterans will be able to get special veterans license plates for the same cost as normal plates. Read the full press release
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July 22, 2010 :: Koehler's Credit Card Reform Bill Signed Into Law
SPRINGFIELD—State Sen. Dave Koehler’s (D-Peoria) plan to protect Illinois credit card holders’ pocketbooks from corporate greed and bring Illinois’ credit card laws in line with new federal standards became law earlier today. Read the full press release
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June 10, 2010 :: Koehler Recognized by Illinois Firefighters
Senator Koehler received the Associated Firefighters of Illinois (AFFI) Legislative Award for his efforts to support fire fighters throughout the state. Read the full press release
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May 17, 2010 :: Koehler Serves as "Home Care Worker for a Day"
Sen Koehler visited the home of a client who receives home care services and assisted with some of the day to day services provided by the caregiver. The Home Care Worker for a Day Program is designed to draw attention to the crucial services provided by home care workers to their clients. Home care services for the elderly and disabled are state funded services that provide a cost effective quality of life improvement for those in need. Click on the link below to read more from the Peoria Journal Star. http://www.pjstar.com/news/x150482328/Scrubbing-bowl-before-state-budget Read the full press release
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May 4, 2010 :: Koehler's Health Care Reform Preparation Bill Passes General Assembly
State Sen. Dave Koehler's Health Care Justice Implementation Task Force
legislation has passed both houses of the General Assembly and now goes
to the governor. The task force will guide the Illinois legislature and
state agencies as they implement the recently-enacted federal health
care reform bill. Read the full press release
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April 22, 2010 :: Next Community Call to Action Forum 5/1 10am at Dream Center Peoria
State Senator Dave Koehler, State Representative Jehan Gordon and Mayor Jim Ardis will be holding their third Community Call to Action Forum on May 1, 2010, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon at the Dream Center, 714 Hamilton Boulevard.
Now that we have identified the south side of Peoria for our community project, the goal of the third forum will be to focus on a specific area and begin to plan specific activities.
We are inviting the community to serve as knowledgeable resources in your respective fields at this event. We hope you will join us and take action.
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March 20, 2010 :: Community Call To Action Anti Youth Violence Forum This Saturday 3/20 10am at Dream Center Peoria (Click on "Newsroom" for more details!)
On March 20, 2010, Senator Dave Koehler, Representative Jehan Gordon and Mayor Jim Ardis will host their second Community Call To Action forum and workshop aimed at addressing quality of life issues in our community. The forum will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon, at the Dream Center, 714 Hamilton Boulevard.
The goal of the second forum will be to focus on youth issues, identify problems that impact our quality of life, and brainstorm about possible solutions. We will also be identifying an area of the city to serve as a community project.
We are inviting the community to serve as knowledgeable resources in your respective fields at this event. In addition to generating new ideas, we hope that this Community Call to Action will institute a renewed effort on behalf of Peoria citizens and community leaders alike to make positive interventions in the lives of our young people. We hope you will join us and take action.
The forum is free and the public is encouraged to attend. If you have questions, please contact Alma Brown at (309) 494-8554.
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March 18, 2010 :: Koehler Bill Attracts Investment In Illinois Historic Districts--Putting People to Work
SPRINGFIELD-State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) is sponsoring legislation
creating a tax incentive for businesses and individuals who restore
historic buildings. Read the full press release
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February 22, 2010 :: Sen. Koehler Encourages Family Caregivers to Attend Alzheimer's Association Informational Event
The Central IL Alzheimer's Association will host an informational meeting for caregivers on Saturday March 13th from 10am to noon. The event, titled Uncle Sam and Alzheimer's Care: What the Government Can and Can't Do for You, is intended for family members and caregivers who are seeking information and have questions regarding benefit programs: Medicare, Social Security, and Medicaid. Please see the attached flyer for further details. Read the full press release
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February 22, 2010 :: Koehler Announces Organic Farms Registration Web Site
SPRINGFIELD-State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) has introduced a Senate
Resolution announcing the creation of a website for organic and
specialty-crop farmers. The website will be used to help conventional
farmers and chemical applicators avoid damaging sensitive crops. Please click on the attached release to learn more. Read the full press release
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February 11, 2010 :: Koehler speaks out in support of greater state budget transparency
SPRINGFIELD-State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) is speaking out in
support of a legislative proposal that will greatly improve the
transparency of the state budgeting process.
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January 20, 2010 :: Koehler, Peoria Mayor Jim Ardis, State Rep. Gordon to host forum addressing violent crime in Peoria
On February 13, 2010, Senator Dave Koehler, Representative Jehan Gordon and Mayor Jim Ardis will host a Community Call To Action forum and workshop aimed at addressing the issue of crime in our community. The forum will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon, at the Dream Center, 714 Hamilton Boulevard. The goal of this program will be to identify causes of violent crimes in the Peoria area, develop community generated violence prevention methods, and establish a timeline for implementation of these new methods. The forum is free and open to the public.
The Community Call To Action will feature a hands on workshop conducted by Lamarr Shields and David Miller of the Urban Leadership Institute, a nationally renown organization dedicated to shifting public debate and commitment from youth problems to youth development. As community leaders, we are inviting the community to serve as knowledgeable resources in your respective fields at this event.
In addition to generating new ideas, we hope that this Community Call to Action will institute a renewed effort on behalf of Peoria citizens and community leaders alike to make positive interventions in the lives of our young people. We hope you will join us and take action.
The event is open to the public, for more information, please call Sen. Koehler's office at 346-4646.
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January 13, 2010 :: Senator Koehler Responds to the Governor's State of the State Address
SPRINGFIELD- Senator Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) agrees with Governor Quinn
that creating and keeping jobs in Illinois should be the top priority
this legislative session.
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January 4, 2010 :: Koehler to meet with Peoria County Officials to discuss upcoming priorities for 2010.
State Senator Dave Koehler will meet with Peoria County officials on Tuesday January 5 at 9am at Bel-Wood Nursing home. The meeting will include area state legislators and will serve as an opportunity for Peoria County to share its legislative agenda for 2010. The meeting is open to the public.
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November 20, 2009 :: Sen. Koehler, Rep. Smith, DNR Director Mark Miller to host Town Hall Meeting 12/2/09 5:30pm at Miller Center in Pekin.
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November 3, 2009 :: Koehler meets with officials in Washington D.C., addresses education issues and green energy potential for the 46th District.
Please refer to the following link for the entire article.
http://www.senatedem.ilga.gov/index.php/component/content/article/42-rokstories/508-koehler-attends-german-chancellor-merkels-address
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October 15, 2009 :: Koehler Sponsors Measure to Restore MAP Grant Funding
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October 6, 2009 :: Sen. Koehler and Rep. Smith will host a town hall meeting on Wed 10/7 6pm at the Miller Center in Pekin.
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October 1, 2009 :: Illinois Senate Studies the Problem of Chemical Drift
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September 29, 2009 :: Town Hall Meeting Tuesday 9/29/09 6pm at East Peoria Festival of Lights Building 2200 E. Washington St.
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August 25, 2009 :: Senator Koehler and Representative Smith to host Town Hall Meeting at Fairview American Legion Post 644 on 8/27/09 6pm-7pm.
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August 24, 2009 :: Koehler hosts town hall meeting with Representative Mike Smith in Glasford 8/25/09 from 6pm-7:30pm at Illini Bluffs High School Gymnasium.
State Senator Dave Koehle and Representative Mike Smith will host a Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday August 25 from 6pm to 7:30pm at Illini Bluffs High School in the gymnasium. The legislators will give a brief update on the General Assembly and then open the forum to audience questions about state government issues and concerns.
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August 24, 2009 :: Expedited Partner Therapy Bill Becomes Law
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August 18, 2009 :: Koehler Promotes American Industry With New Flag Law.
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August 12, 2009 :: New Help Available for Families Struggling With Developmental Disorders
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August 10, 2009 :: Koehler announces new program to combat childhood obesity.
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July 29, 2009 :: Governor Quinn signs Koehler sponsored bill allowing release of state bonds to be used for green energy projects.
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July 24, 2009 :: Governor signs Koehler Sponsored Bill to Protect Privacy of Social Worker Clients
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July 13, 2009 :: Senator Koehler Welcomes Passage of Capital Bill
The bill contains $160 million for local projects. Read the full press release
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July 9, 2009 :: Sen Koehler/Rep. Gordon to host Foreclosure Relief Workshop. 9am-1pm Sat 7/11/09 at Neighborhood House.
The workshop will be held this Saturday July 11 from 9am to 1pm at Neighborhood House 1020 S. Matthew St. in Peoria. For more information, please contact our office at (309) 346-4646. Read the full press release
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June 24, 2009 :: Koehler Stands With Senate President Cullerton on the Budget
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May 30, 2009 :: Koehler Announces Funding for Renewable Energy Projects
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May 22, 2009 :: Koehler Urges Governor To Sign Capital Bill
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May 19, 2009 :: Family Caregiver Bill Sponsored by Senator Koehler Passes General Assembly
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May 7, 2009 :: Koehler sponsors bill to assist families with extraordinary utility bills due to a loved one being on life support
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May 6, 2009 :: Applications for the General Assembly Scholarship are due May 15, 2009. Please click on "tuition waiver" to apply.
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May 5, 2009 :: Koehler sponsored bill that would assist mentally and physically disabled citizens with avoiding unnecessary institutionalization passes committee.
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April 2, 2009 :: Koehler's Spousal Home-Care Bill Unanimously Passes the Senate
Koehler's Spousal Home-Care Bill Unanimously Passes the Senate Read the full press release
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March 30, 2009 :: Koehler Bill to Support American Auto Industry
Koehler Bill to Support American Auto Industry Read the full press release
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March 26, 2009 :: Koehler bill helps social workers and student privacy
Koehler bill helps social workers and student privacy Read the full press release
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March 26, 2009 :: Koehler helps law enforcement prevent crime
Koehler helps law enforcement prevent crime Read the full press release
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March 18, 2009 :: Koehler Thinks Governor Quinn's budget is a Good Start
Koehler Thinks Governor Quinn's budget is a Good Start Read the full press release
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February 27, 2009 :: Koehler Supports Bill to Bring Funding to Hospitals
Koehler Supports Bill to Bring Funding to Hospitals Read the full press release
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February 25, 2009 :: Koehler Announces 2009 General Assembly Scholarship Availability
Koehler Announces 2009 General Assembly Scholarship Availability Read the full press release
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February 3, 2009 :: Koehler to chair Senate Local Government Committee
Koehler to chair Senate Local Government Committee Read the full press release
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January 30, 2009 :: Koehler: We are closing this chapter of Illinois history and moving forward to do the work of the people
Koehler: We are closing this chapter of Illinois history and moving forward to do the work of the people Read the full press release
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November 13, 2008 :: Koehler legislation to allow Peoria County the opportunity to raise funds needed for Peoria Riverfront Museum; Bel-Wood Nursing Home
Koehler legislation to allow Peoria County the opportunity to raise funds needed for Peoria Riverfront Museum; Bel-Wood Nursing Home Read the full press release
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September 29, 2008 :: Koehler overrides gubernatorial veto of legislation giving East Peoria and Morton greater hotel taxing authority.
Koehler overrides gubernatorial veto of legislation giving East Peoria and Morton greater hotel taxing authority. Read the full press release
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June 16, 2008 :: Koehler to Host Town Hall Meeting on Alzheimer's Disease Monday June 16
Koehler to Host Town Hall Meeting on Alzheimer's Disease Monday June 16 Read the full press release
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May 31, 2008 :: Koehler Sponsored Bill to Help Protect Groundwater Passes Illinois General Assembly
Koehler Sponsored Bill to Help Protect Groundwater Passes Illinois General Assembly Read the full press release
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May 31, 2008 :: Koehler Votes to Pass Fiscal Year 2009 Budget
Koehler Votes to Pass Fiscal Year 2009 Budget Read the full press release
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May 27, 2008 :: Koehler Sponsored Bill to Ensure Fire Protection in Mobile Home Parks Passes Illinois General Assembly
Koehler Sponsored Bill to Ensure Fire Protection in Mobile Home Parks Passes Illinois General Assembly Read the full press release
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May 12, 2008 :: Koehler Resolution to Call Attention to Health Care and Savings Crisis in Illinois and America
Koehler Resolution to Call Attention to Health Care and Savings Crisis in Illinois and America Read the full press release
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May 7, 2008 :: Koehler Voices Opposition to Legislative Pay Raise
Koehler Voices Opposition to Legislative Pay Raise Read the full press release
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April 29, 2008 :: Koehler receives Legislator of the Year Award from Illinois Association of County Board Members
Koehler receives Legislator of the Year Award from Illinois Association of County Board Members Read the full press release
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April 17, 2008 :: Koehler voices concern over governor's withholding of funds for
University of Illinois Extension offices
Koehler voices concern over governor's withholding of funds for
University of Illinois Extension offices
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April 15, 2008 :: Bill passes Senate to increase funding for diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.
Koehler co-sponsored bill passes Illinois Senate to increase funding in Illinois for diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.
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April 9, 2008 :: Koehler legislation to allow school districts more flexibility to use state funds to build schools.
Koehler legislation to allow school districts more flexibility to use state funds to build schools. Read the full press release
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April 3, 2008 :: Koehler votes for breast, cervical cancer screenings and insurance for families who need health care
Koehler votes for breast, cervical cancer screenings and insurance for families who need health care Read the full press release
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March 12, 2008 :: Koehler sponsored Family Member Caregiver Initiative passes
Koehler sponsored Family Member Caregiver Initiative passes Illinois Senate Human Services Committee Read the full press release
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February 28, 2008 :: Koehler votes for passage of hospital assessment.
Koehler votes for passage of hospital assessment, area hospitals to receive over $18 million in additional funds. Read the full press release
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February 28, 2008 :: Koehler votes to increase funding for special education across state.
Koehler votes to increase funding for special education across state, 46th District slated to receive increase of over $1million. Read the full press release
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February 27, 2008 :: Koehler announces General Assembly Tuition Waiver availability
Koehler announces General Assembly Tuition Waiver availability Read the full press release
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February 14, 2008 :: Koehler announces Family Member Caregiver Initiative
Koehler announces Family Member Caregiver Initiative. Read the full press release
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January 18, 2008 :: Koehler Hosts meetings designed to inform residents on how to protect themselves from identity theft
Koehler Hosts meetings designed to inform residents on how to protect themselves from identity theft Read the full press release
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May 20, 2005 :: Capital Bill Passes Senate With Senator Koehler's Help
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:: Senator Koehler and Representative Mike Smith will host a Town Hall Meeting at Spoon River College in Canton at 6pm 9/9/09.
Come and share your comments and concerns about state government with your State Senator and State Representative.
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