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New Jones law will require insurers to cover for prostate cancer screenings

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CHICAGO – A new law championed by State Senator Emil Jones III (D-Chicago) will mandate and require private insurers to allow men to get annual prostate cancer screenings free-of-charge.

“It’s important to be aware of your health risks — this law will make prostate cancer screenings more accessible for men across the state,” Jones said. “Prostate cancer is life threatening — a simple test can help detect it early and save lives.”

House Bill 5318 will require private insurers to provide all qualifying male policyholders with an annual prostate cancer screening upon the recommendations of a physician.

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Jones announces Back to Business relief for Chicago small businesses

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CHICAGO – With support from State Senator Emil Jones III (D- Chicago) more than 120 small businesses in the district he represents have received over $2.5 million in funding from the Back to Business program.

“Our community businesses are still feeling the lasting effects of the pandemic, and we want to help them stay open,” Jones said. “I am happy to see so many businesses in the 14th District receive the help they require to continue operating and serving our community.”

A total of $2.6 million was awarded to 124 businesses in the 14th district. The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity awards business grants through the B2B program, using funds allocated to them by the American Rescue Plan through last year’s state budget.

DCEO has provided $250 million in B2B grants – thanks to strong support from State Senator Emil Jones III – to small businesses throughout the state, with an emphasis on hard hit sectors, such as hotels, restaurants, bars, barbershops and salons, and disproportionately impacted areas.

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Jones: Budget brings forth relief for working families

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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Emil Jones (D-Chicago) was proud to support a budget that focuses on providing Illinoisans with relief by putting money back in their pockets.

“Our plan provides funding to pay back our debts and save for the future while providing relief to families,” Jones said. “We’ve focused on easing the financial burden families are facing – from inflation at the grocery store to skyrocketing gas prices.”

The budget brings forth a total of $1.8 billion in tax relief for families.  It addresses inflation by suspending the 1% state grocery tax for one year, and freezing the state’s portion of the gas tax increase for six months to help with rising prices at the pump.

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  1. Jones measure to change speeding in parks the same fine as a school zone
  2. Jones deeply saddened over loss of life in Morgan Park
  3. Jones measure to require insurers to provide annual prostate cancer screenings
  4. Jones helps secure $1 million for small businesses recovering from pandemic
  5. Jones announces $20,000 grant for Blue Island Public Library
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District Office
507 West 111th Street
Chicago, IL 60628
P. 773.995.7748
F. 773.995.9061

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108A Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
P. 217.782.9573
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