Illinois State Senator Napoleon B. Harris III
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Harris votes to cover cancer clinical trials for Medicaid beneficiaries

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Friday, May 29, 2020 12:01 PM

29102019CM0717SPRINGFIELD –To ensure all Medicaid recipients life-threatening diseases are covered, State Senator Napoleon Harris, III supported a measure to permit all life-saving clinical trials to treat cancer and other serious diseases to be covered under Medicaid benefits.

“Medicaid provides comprehensive coverage and financial protection for many working families in Illinois,” Harris (D-Harvey) said. “Many of these workers have a low-income and deserve healthcare benefits that covers any illnesses that may appear.”

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Harris approves new investment to help small businesses

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Thursday, May 28, 2020 01:07 PM

11132019CM0892DOLTON — As many small businesses across the state worry about the financial hardships created by the COVID-10 pandemic, State Senator Napoleon Harris, III (D-Harvey) announced new funding for small business development centers to help businesses get through this difficult time. 

“Small businesses across Illinois are dealing with a financial crisis from coronavirus restrictions,” Harris said. “Many of these owners have built their business from the ground up and have become the backbone of their community. Providing them with additional help will help them continue to stay afloat.”

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Harris votes for budget that puts COVID-19 relief at the forefront

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Sunday, May 24, 2020 01:12 AM

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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Napoleon Harris, III (D-Harvey) released the following statement after approving a budget that provides Illinoisans with financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic:

“This budget preserves core democratic values for Illinois residents. With many tough decisions revolving around the budget this year, I wanted to ensure COVID-19 relief services were at the forefront and strived to provide financial relief to help people begin to return to normalcy. 

“This is a responsible budget that represents our current reality. Our workers have been laid off from their jobs, resources have not been supplied to disadvantaged communities, and many businesses have not received the support they deserved.” 

Harris announces all SNAP recipients will be able to buy groceries online

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Thursday, May 21, 2020 09:23 AM

04302019CM1079DOLTON – State Senator Napoleon Harris, III (D-Harvey) announced SNAP recipients can purchase food online from grocery stores who choose to participate in a new program.

“SNAP is essential to many low-income families, and allowing them to order groceries online will provide them more safety and security during this health emergency,” Harris said. “It’s only fair to grant SNAP recipients with the same resources as any other household that purchases groceries online.”

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  1. Harris encourages high school graduates to apply for the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation Scholarship
  2. Harris pleased Illinois dentists will be able to practice again
  3. Village of Phoenix awarded $360,000 to assist with home repairs
  4. Harris announces expansion of COVID-19 testing in Black communities
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Contact Info

Springfield Office:
Senator 15th District
413 Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-8066

District Office:
930 W. 175th St., Suite 3W
Homewood, IL 60430
(708) 893-0552
(708) 566-4108 FAX

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