Senator Frerichs bill to block changes to the State's group health insurance plans was defeated today, but the fight is far from over. The State Senate failed to override the governor's veto of SB 178, but lawsuits surrounding the issue are still moving forward and current health plans remain in effect through June 2012. To read the news release, click "Read More."

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Senator Frerichs recently hosted an unemployment insurance workshop for local businesses in Danville. The workshop was made possible with help from the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and Vermilion Advantage. To read the news release, click below.

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As Chairman of the Senate Agriculture and Conservation Committee, Senator Frerichs recently held a special hearing in Springfield which focused on housing and labor issues faced by migrant farm workers in Illinois. Read the news release below.

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