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A Better Way Forward for Illinois

Illinois legislators introduced a bill that would allow physicians to prescribe life-ending drugs to terminally ill patients. The Catholic Church opposes this legislation because it’s at odds with physicians’ responsibility to care for patients and can open the door to more suicide.

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House Bill 2827 – Update

House Bill 2827 – Update

UPDATE 4/10/25: The Catholic Conference of Illinois testified in opposition to HB 2827 on March 19th because of the reporting requirements for the nonpublic schools. We did not negotiate the language that was adopted by the committee on April 9th. However, the...

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Oppose Assisted Suicide Legislation

Oppose Assisted Suicide Legislation

We are asking you to file witness slips in opposition to both of these pieces of identical legislation. (Instructions for submitting a witness slip can be found HERE.) Witness slip for Senate Bill 9 Witness slip for House Bill 1328 We are also asking that you contact...

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Families are at risk: Help keep hope alive!

Families are at risk: Help keep hope alive!

At the federal level, stop work orders have been issued on almost all U.S. foreign assistance programs while the Administration undertakes a review process of these programs. This freeze on the programs is impacting the human life and dignity of millions of...

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Catholic Elements of Immigration Reform

Catholic Elements of Immigration Reform

As ongoing discussions continue to take place on how to address immigration in our nation, the Catholic Church in the US has been consistent over the years in calling for comprehensive reform of our immigration system. The elements of reform we promote are rooted in...

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Submit Your Witness Slip to Oppose Senate Bill 9

Submit Your Witness Slip to Oppose Senate Bill 9

Senate Bill 9 aims to legalize assisted suicide in Illinois. This legislation is being heard tomorrow, February 21st by the Senate Executive Committee in Chicago. This legislation threatens the dignity of every human person, puts vulnerable populations at risk, and...

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Illinois Bishops Offer Election Guidance

Illinois Bishops Offer Election Guidance

On November 5th, 2024, all Americans eligible to vote will have the opportunity to shape our form of government for the next 2 years and beyond. In the midst of the commotion surrounding elections, especially presidential races, it is worth time to reflect on how...

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U.S. Supreme Court Issues Decision Involving EMTALA

U.S. Supreme Court Issues Decision Involving EMTALA

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision involving the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). CCI joins with USCCB in affirming emergency medical care for women and their preborn children. The full statement can be found HERE.

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The Best Possible Education for Our Kids

We work to make their dreams come true. 

Protecting Every Life

We support legislative efforts to protect every stage of life.

Marriage and Family Life

We advance policies that promote marriage and strengthen the family.

Catholic Priorities in State Government

We represent the Catholic Church at the Illinois Capitol.

Social Services

We feed the hungry, care for the sick, and help the needy.

Social Justice

We advocate for policies that respect the dignity of immigrants, workers, senior citizens, and low-income individuals and families.

Ad Hoc Committee

Prison and Jail Ministry

CCI coordinates a statewide effort of prison and jail ministry offered through the dioceses. Lay Catholics receive training to offer hope to inmates through the salvation of the Gospel.

Find Your Legislator

Find out who are your elected officials, and how to contact them. Learn who is in the state leadership positions, and who sits on relevant committees in the Illinois Senate and House of Representatives.