Spring 2023 End of Session Report
The Illinois General Assembly has adjourned its regular session for 2023. The following is our End of Session Report. Note: As of the date of this report (June 7, 2023), the legislation indicated as “Passed both chambers” have not yet been signed by the Governor and...
CCI Expresses Disappointment in Passage of Senate Bill 1909
Senate Bill 1909, which imposes civil penalties targeted only at pregnancy centers for “deceptive practices,” passed the House on Wednesday, May 10 after having previously passed the Senate. We are disappointed that the Illinois General Assembly has passed...
Fact Sheet: Preserve the Scholarship Tax Credit Program
Unless the Illinois General Assembly acts, the law that created the scholarship tax credit program will end this year. The purpose of this Fact Sheet is to explain the program, its benefits, and to ask you to contact your lawmaker in order to continue this program in...
Call to Action and Caravans to Springfield to protect future of Tax Credit Scholarships
After the Catholic schools take their annual break for the holy days and Spring Break, a final push of efforts to extend the Invest in Kids Act (Tax Credit Scholarships) will begin. The current legislative session will end on May 19. What advocates can do now: Call to...
Fact Sheet on SB 1909, Amendment 1
Fact Sheet on SB 1909, Amendment 1: Deceptive Practices Related to Limited Services Pregnancy Centers What is a Pregnancy Help Center Pregnancy centers offer important services to low-income, vulnerable, and marginalized women across Illinois. They are generally small...
Life is Beautiful – The 2023 Illinois March for Life
On March 21st, thousands of people from every corner of our diocese prayed, rallied, and marched for one reason - LIFE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gmNLztgPQI
CCI Opposition to House Bill 3158 – Human Composting
House Bill 3158 would allow for a new form of final disposition of deceased human remains through a process known as “natural organic reduction” or “human composting.” During this process, the body is placed in a container with organic material that assist in its...
Illinois Catholic Bishops Share “A Catholic Vision for Restorative Justice in Illinois”
Illinois Catholic Bishops Share “A Catholic Vision for Restorative Justice in Illinois” Download the .pdf document HERE. The approaching season of Lent is an opportunity for us to reflect on how our sins have broken our relationship with God and with others and yet...
“Talking to Lawmakers on Opposing Assisted Suicide
Thank you for attending “Talking to Lawmakers on Opposing Assisted Suicide.” We appreciate your attendance and hope you find this helpful knowledge. As a follow up, we would like to provide you with additional information that we hope will enhance the communication...
Catholic Conference of Illinois Statement on the Passing of House Bill 4664
Once again, in the waning hours of a legislative session, the Illinois General Assembly passed significant changes to abortion law in our state. The legislation found in HB 4664 is likely to put women at risk rather than help them, and unfortunately, it will lead to...