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Porfirio backs bill removing investment restriction on state pension funds

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Wednesday, February 05, 2025 03:33 PM

Porfirio backs bill removing investment restriction on state pension fundsSPRINGFIELD – State Senator Mike Porfirio is backing House Bill 2723, introduced by State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid, which would lift state pension investment restrictions placed on companies engaged in boycotts of Israel. Porfirio plans to file a bill in the Illinois Senate with identical language this week.

“Public pension funds should prioritize fiscal responsibility,” said Porfirio (D- Lyons Township).

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Porfirio named chair of the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs

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Friday, January 24, 2025 09:50 AM

Porfirio named chair of the Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs

SPRINGFIELD – A staunch advocate of the veteran community, State Senator Mike Porfirio has been named chair of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee for the 104th General Assembly.

“Veterans are pillars of the community, leaders and public servants throughout the great state of Illinois,” said Porfirio (D- Lyons Township). “I am honored and committed to defending the rights of my fellow veterans, as they have heroically defended ours.”

Porfirio, a Navy veteran himself, served over seven years on active duty. In 2005, he was deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom where he patrolled Iraqi Oil Terminals and responded to the Pakistani earthquake relief efforts. After returning home, he was recalled to active duty as a Senior U.S. Military Advisor to the Afghan National Police from 2013 to 2014. He was awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for his service during Operation Enduring Freedom.

Porfirio continues to serve in the U.S. Navy Reserve and has over 24 years of collective service in uniform.

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Porfirio applauds funding for comprehensive care center in district

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Thursday, December 19, 2024 01:48 PM

PorfirioHCTBURBANK – State Senator Mike Porfirio joined the Illinois Capital Development Board and the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services in announcing $200 million in funding to transform health care delivery and improve health outcomes in the state.

“This funding is a significant investment in the health and wellbeing of our residents,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “Supporting the development of a comprehensive care center ensures our residents have access to critical care and essential services all in one accessible location.”

The Healthcare Transformation Capital Improvement grants will build on HFS’ equity-driven Healthcare Transformation Collaboratives program, which was established in 2021. The goals of the HTC program are to expand access to care and improve health equity, especially in underserved communities, by leveraging shared resources among collaborative partners to create locally-driven solutions.

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Porfirio applauds $600,000 in funding for Berwyn Park District

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Thursday, December 19, 2024 08:58 AM
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  • Proska Park

Proska ParkBURBANK – The Berwyn Park District is among the 100 recipients of Open Space Land Acquisition and Development grants distributed through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, State Senator Mike Porfirio announced Thursday.

“OSLAD funding continues to be an incredible investment in our communities,” said Porfirio (D-Lyons Township). “This grant will help transform Proska Park into a zone where families and children can come together and enjoy healthy recreational spaces.”

More than $55 million in state grants are being awarded for 100 local park projects throughout Illinois to help communities acquire land and develop recreational opportunities. In the district Porfirio represents, Proska Park is set to receive $600,000 through the OSLAD program.

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  1. New law shielding veterans from deceptive practices takes effect Jan. 1
  2. Porfirio and Veteran Suicide Prevention Council to combat veteran suicide epidemic
  3. Porfirio releases statement on islamophobia
  4. Porfirio commends over $6,000 library grant coming to North Riverside Public Library District
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Springfield Office:
Stratton Office Building
Section F, Office L
401 S. Spring St.
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-0054

District Office:
6215 W. 79th St., Suite 1A
Burbank, IL 60459
(708) 430-2510

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