Porfirio recognizes June 7 as Battle of Midway Day in Illinois

SPRINGFIELD — In honor of the victory and service of those in the United States Navy during the Battle of Midway, State Senator Mike Porfirio sponsored a resolution in the Illinois Senate to name June 7, 2025 as the Battle of Midway Day.

“This June, we honor the 83^rd anniversary of the Battle of Midway,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “We remember those who served and sacrificed during the Battle of Midway and recognize the historic feat of our navy.”

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Porfirio: Budget prioritizes the critical needs of everyday Illinoisans

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SPRINGFIELD­­­­ — After the Senate’s approval of the Fiscal Year 2026 state budget, State Senator Mike Porfirio (D-Lyons Township) released the following statement:

“This budget prioritizes the critical needs of everyday Illinoisans and our commitment to the programs that support education, health care and transportation.

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Brookfield Zoo and Riverside Brookfield High School land agreement may be possible thanks to Porfirio

SPRINGFIELD — A solution for a land use problem between Brookfield Zoo, Riverside Brookfield High School and the Forest Preserves of Cook County could be reached thanks to efforts from State Senator Mike Porfirio.

“Not only does this legislation create a safe baseball field for the students of Riverside Brookfield High School, but it also ensures that Brookfield Zoo has secure, sufficient parking for their visitors,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “I am proud we are able to achieve an outcome that leaves all parties involved in this scenario in a better spot.”

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Porfirio measure to protect teachers from AI instructors passes Senate

SPRINGFIELD — According to Forbes, 30% of teachers are concerned about job displacement by artificial intelligence in schools. A bill sponsored by State Senator Mike Porfirio and State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid would protect the jobs of Illinois teachers from being taken by AI.

“Illinois teachers are invaluable to our communities and to our students,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “This legislation upholds our commitment to our teachers and protects them from being replaced by advancing technology.”

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