SPRINGFIELD – A new law led by State Senator Loughran Cappel will get more teachers in the classroom, continuing her commitment of addressing the ongoing teacher shortage.
“Every year we have taken necessary steps to tackle the teacher shortage, getting more educators in the classroom,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “People who want to be teachers need support and encouragement. We can’t risk losing aspiring educators – we need to ensure they can get their licenses without delays.”
House Bill 5057 allows those applying for teaching licenses to take content area tests before, during and after student teaching. Loughran Cappel’s law will ensure applicants receive their license in a timely manner.
SPRINGFIELD – To protect youth from the dangers of vaping, e-cigarettes will no longer be shipped to Illinois under a new law led by State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel.
“The internet has made it very easy for kids to get vapes,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “Manufacturers are making e-cigarettes look like school supplies, making it difficult for teachers to decipher if it’s a vape or not. After hearing from local elected officials who were seeing an uptick in the usage of vapes in schools, it was clear we had to put guardrails in place to protect kids from the dangers of smoking.”
Senate Bill 3098 prohibits electronic cigarettes purchased by mail, online or through other remote sale methods from being shipped to anyone in the state other than a distributor or retailer. Loughran Cappel’s law came in response to students obtaining e-cigarettes that are designed to look like everyday objects, such as highlighters.
CREST HILL – Local residents are invited to join State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel for a cup of coffee and conversations on Aug. 15.
“A good cup of coffee and a conversation can go a long way,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I hope residents will take this opportunity to chat about any issues or concerns that they may have.”
The free event will be held Thursday, Aug. 15 from 10 a.m. to noon at Jitterhead Brunch & Coffee Co., located at 20631 W. Renwick Rd. in Crest Hill.
The Coffee and Conversation serves as an open forum for community members to share their concerns and talk with the senator about state issues. Coffee will be provided for attendees.
People with questions or concerns can contact Loughran Cappel’s office at 815-267-6119 or visit her website at www.SenatorLoughranCappel.com.
BOLINGBROOK – State Senator Meg Loughran Cappel will hold office hours at the Fountaindale Public Library District on Thursday, July 18 to give residents an opportunity to receive assistance and ask questions.
“My staff will be available to deliver helpful insights, discuss legislation and provide information about resources and programs available for residents,” said Loughran Cappel (D-Shorewood). “I encourage all of our community members to take advantage of the office hours.”
The event will be held on Thursday, July 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Fountaindale Public Library District, located at 300 W. Briarcliff Rd. in Bolingbrook. Loughran Cappel’s office will provide coffee for attendees.
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