BURBANK — With applications now open for the fifth round of funding for the Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program, State Senator Mike Porfirio is encouraging qualified organizations to apply.
“Pre-apprenticeship opportunities are foundational to maintaining a skilled and supportive community,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “This program enables individuals to break through into new fields that will support the communities around them.”
SPRINGFIELD — A severe rooftop safety hazard for Illinois firefighters will be mended thanks to a new law championed by State Senator Mike Porfirio.
“This is a profound advancement for the safety of Illinois firefighters,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “The widespread support for this law is a demonstration of Illinois’ commitment to protecting the first responders who serve us bravely every day.”
The Drew Price Act is named in commemoration of a Chicago firefighter who tragically fell through a light shaft while putting out a fire on the roof of a restaurant. First responders often face difficulty traveling on roofs, especially when there is low visibility from smoke. The law directly addresses the risk that Drew faced, ensuring all new buildings with a light shaft or opening have a guardrail or parapet installed to limit the risk of falling through.
BURBANK — State Senator Mike Porfirio announced that over $140,000 in public library grants from the Illinois Secretary of State will be awarded to six libraries in the 11th Senate District.
“Libraries ensure that knowledge and resources remain accessible to all, while also serving as a vital space for communal gatherings,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “I will always advocate for our public libraries to receive funding that allows them to continue serving the residents of the 11th District.”
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 83rd 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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