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3208 3207 1311701814165766145 1192549822865297409 2020-10-01T16:17:37+00:00 Congratulations to @Lexmark as one of this year’s recipients of the Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award. This is the highest recognition given by the US government to employers for their sustained support of employees who serve in the National Guard & Reserve. https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1311701814165766145/photo/1 0 22 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3217 3216 1311314162732146689 1192549822865297409 2020-09-30T14:37:14+00:00 Addition of high-paying positions will allow company to better serve customers nationwide. https://go.usa.gov/xGfHT https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1311314162732146689/photo/1 0 24 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3221 3220 1311032495710887938 1192549822865297409 2020-09-29T19:57:59+00:00 Watch live: https://youtu.be/9nTXcWz605k 0 6 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3268 3267 1308058077808254976 1192549822865297409 2020-09-21T14:58:42+00:00 Gov. Beshear makes Western Kentucky grant announcements. Watch live: https://youtu.be/Vk7oqlFQTrE 0 15 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3300 3299 1306309978836422663 1192549822865297409 2020-09-16T19:12:23+00:00 We need to care for our people and ensure no Kentuckian is hungry. Together, we can create a better Kentucky for all. 0 27 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3318 3317 1305627720362135553 1192549822865297409 2020-09-14T22:01:20+00:00 .@KYHealthAlerts will publish an online dashboard on or before Monday, Sept. 28, on the http://kycovid19.ky.gov website. 0 7 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3346 3345 1304396779807485957 1192549822865297409 2020-09-11T12:30:01+00:00 Watch live on http://Facebook.com/GovAndyBeshear or http://Youtube.com/GovandyBeshear 0 2 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3348 3347 1304174993530671104 1192549822865297409 2020-09-10T21:48:43+00:00 Watch the full address: https://www.facebook.com/GovAndyBeshear/videos/727286271158907 0 8 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3364 3363 1303808934613069826 1192549822865297409 2020-09-09T21:34:08+00:00 Gov. Andy Beshear on Wednesday updated Kentuckians on the state’s continuing efforts to fight #COVID19. https://go.usa.gov/xGBEw https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1303808934613069826/photo/1 0 4 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3405 3404 1301951887567138817 1192549822865297409 2020-09-04T18:34:53+00:00 This is an unusual Labor Day weekend for us in Kentucky, with the @KentuckyDerby also taking place. As we end another tough week of #COVID19 cases, it's vital we remain vigilant this weekend and follow the guidance. Have fun, but stay safe. #MaskUpKy. https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1301951887567138817/video/1 0 1 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3448 3447 1299490709129527297 1192549822865297409 2020-08-28T23:35:03+00:00 #COVID19 isn't political, it's a virus. Decisions made aren't liberal or conservative, they are just right or wrong and they come with a different death toll. In Kentucky, we're fighting to do right and protect our people. #TogetherKy https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1299490709129527297/video/1 0 0 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3470 3469 1298403533562302465 1192549822865297409 2020-08-25T23:35:00+00:00 Absolute and full transparency is key in this battle, especially as it relates to the health of our children. https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1298403533562302465/video/1 0 1 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3547 3546 1294421896419856385 1192549822865297409 2020-08-14T23:53:23+00:00 Updated URL: https://kentucky.gov/Pages/Activity-stream.aspx?n=GovernorBeshear&prId=310 0 8 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3598 3597 1291516381108801546 1192549822865297409 2020-08-06T23:27:55+00:00 Read more: https://go.usa.gov/xfdE4 0 4 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3694 3693 1285989185632034817 1192549822865297409 2020-07-22T17:24:49+00:00 Watch today's live update at 4 p.m. EDT via http://Facebook.com/GovAndyBeshear or http://YouTube.com/GovAndyBeshear for closed captions. #TeamKentucky https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1285989185632034817/photo/1 0 13 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3705 3704 1285333437105221633 1192549822865297409 2020-07-20T21:59:06+00:00 Visit http://Facebook.com/GovAndyBeshear to watch today's news conference. 0 5 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3827 3826 1278079592021086208 1192549822865297409 2020-06-30T21:34:54+00:00 Truck Equipment & Body Co. of Kentucky Inc. this week began a $2 million project renovating and equipping a facility in Stanton to establish a 43-job custom dump truck body and truck equipment manufacturing operation. https://go.usa.gov/xwzCH https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1278079592021086208/photo/1 0 0 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3923 3922 1271208849102573570 1192549822865297409 2020-06-11T22:33:02+00:00 Visit http://Facebook.com/GovAndyBeshear to watch today's full #COVID19 update. https://go.usa.gov/xwNVd https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1271208849102573570/photo/1 0 4 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3924 3923 1271179158664761349 1192549822865297409 2020-06-11T20:35:03+00:00 Dr. Fauci stated epidemiological studies have confirmed asymptomatic people can transmit #COVID19 to others.We are following guidelines from the White House & Dr. Fauci. Wear a mask, wash your hands and practice social distancing. https://cnb.cx/2XRI3sz 0 0 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
3975 3974 1267132434862178304 1192549822865297409 2020-05-31T16:34:49+00:00 Governor Andy Beshear’s statement on demonstrations in Louisville: https://youtu.be/ymvhPsJC9Lg 0 2 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4021 4020 1264184385911357441 1192549822865297409 2020-05-23T13:20:19+00:00 On Friday, Gov. Andy Beshear made the following appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions: https://go.usa.gov/xwcW9 https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1264184385911357441/photo/1 0 14 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4040 4039 1263181595919429632 1192549822865297409 2020-05-20T18:55:35+00:00 Tune in for today's #COVID19 update at 5 p.m. ET via http://Facebook.com/GovAndyBeshear or http://Youtube.com/GovAndyBeshear. 0 12 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4063 4062 1261651353438507008 1192549822865297409 2020-05-16T13:34:57+00:00 Wearing a mask can help protect yourself and those around you. In this video, @CHFSKy demonstrates how to properly wear and care for your mask. #TogetherKy #TeamKentucky #HealthyatWork https://twitter.com/CHFSKy/status/1261272135085043718 0 1 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4083 4082 1260277339134529539 1192549822865297409 2020-05-12T18:35:07+00:00 If you have ten minutes, please take the #Census. As I say every day, it's the 11th step to defeating #COVID19 because it will help us rebuild after. https://2020census.gov/ #Census2020 #TogetherKy 0 0 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4099 4098 1259144848466046978 1192549822865297409 2020-05-09T15:35:00+00:00 We are #TeamKentucky. We will defeat #COVID19 together. #TogetherKy #HealthyatHome https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1259144848466046978/photo/1 0 1 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4112 4111 1258460291622453248 1192549822865297409 2020-05-07T18:14:49+00:00 Money will help public transit agencies hard-hit by #COVID19 pandemic https://go.usa.gov/xvGda https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1258460291622453248/photo/1 0 15 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4139 4138 1257091237099814926 1192549822865297409 2020-05-03T23:34:41+00:00 Visit http://Facebook.com/GovAndyBeshear to watch today’s #COVID19 news conference https://go.usa.gov/xvpz5 https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1257091237099814926/photo/1 0 1 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4358 4357 1245718892812566528 1192549822865297409 2020-04-02T14:25:03+00:00 ICYMI: Last week we shared a video for parents and caregivers of young children to offer support during #COVID19. See the video here: https://youtu.be/AmKD068oLJM 0 0 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4362 4361 1245474772491948033 1192549822865297409 2020-04-01T22:15:00+00:00 Thank you @CoachChrisMack for encouraging Kentuckians to support the #TeamKentucky fund to help those in need during #COVID19. You can donate any amount here: http://go.usa.gov/xdSUa #TogetherKy #Patriot https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1245474772491948033/video/1 0 0 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4364 4363 1245431990754480128 1192549822865297409 2020-04-01T19:25:00+00:00 Happy #CensusDay! I am asking #TeamKentucky to take the pledge to complete their Census. I am doing whatever it takes to defeat #COVID19 & this is your patriotic duty to help us rebuild after. Thank you! Visit http://2020CENSUS.GOV #CountMeInKY2020 #2020Census @USCensusBureau https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1245431990754480128/photo/1 0 0 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4596 4595 1233423642693861376 1192549822865297409 2020-02-28T16:08:06+00:00 Watch Live: Crown Cork and Seal USA Announcement http://youtu.be/nSNpJlOOqXY 0 8 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4657 4656 1228051894335164416 1192549822865297409 2020-02-13T20:22:42+00:00 Join Gov. Andy Beshear at 3:30 p.m. for an update on the state’s response to flooding in Eastern Kentucky.https://facebook.com/GovAndyBeshear 0 10 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4740 4739 1217237027701305345 1192549822865297409 2020-01-15T00:08:17+00:00 @KET @ReneeKET https://www.ket.org/legislature/ 0 1 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4743 4742 1216816901889908739 1192549822865297409 2020-01-13T20:18:51+00:00 Gov. Beshear presented Trigg County Fiscal Court with a Community Development Block Grant for over $340,000 to make the Janice Mason Art Museum more accessible. https://go.usa.gov/xdqfB https://twitter.com/GovAndyBeshear/status/1216816901889908739/photo/1 0 20 Kentucky KY Andy Beshear D GovAndyBeshear
4812 4811 1366455924265791501 1084817523378454529 2021-03-01T18:30:54+00:00 All women deserve to pursue their dreams. While there's more work to do, we're celebrating the women who've helped us reach this moment. Now with @VP in the White House, we have another beacon of hope, so girls around the globe can realize and live up to their infinite potential. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1366455924265791501/photo/1 0 8 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4814 4813 1366455919341674500 1084817523378454529 2021-03-01T18:30:53+00:00 But as we look ahead, here in Illinois prioritizing equity is at the center of everything we seek to accomplish. That’s why we have the most diverse administration in our state’s history, we've invested in breast cancer prevention, and we've made reproductive health care a right. 0 1 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4823 4822 1365398831383400449 1084817523378454529 2021-02-26T20:30:23+00:00 Black medical professionals continue to lead our state by example. Chemica Jones, a CNA at @OSFHealthCare, was one of the first Illinoisans to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. As a healthcare leader, she's already made history.https://www.wglt.org/post/peoria-medical-workers-among-first-illinois-receive-covid-19-vaccine#stre 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4824 4823 1365398829911146497 1084817523378454529 2021-02-26T20:30:23+00:00 Emma Ann Reynolds knew she wanted to address the healthcare needs of her community. After being refused entrance to nurses training schools due to discrimination, she helped create Provident Hospital in Chicago and was one of its first four nursing grads.https://interactive.wttw.com/dusable-to-obama/provident-hospital 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4825 4824 1365398828380225543 1084817523378454529 2021-02-26T20:30:23+00:00 Dr. Leonidas Harris Berry was the first Black doctor at Michael Reese Hospital. In addition to his medical inventions, he paved the way for Black physicians across the nation and committed his life to providing medical care to those most in need.https://circulatingnow.nlm.nih.gov/2018/07/19/inventor-mentor-dr-leonidas-h-berry-and-the-gastroscope/ 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4835 4834 1365001407988789249 1084817523378454529 2021-02-25T18:11:10+00:00 These difficult times have underscored the vital importance of smart investments that open new doors for working families.We have more work to do, but together we are building a new Illinois, helping to revitalize it as an economic engine serving all the people of this region. 0 2 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4836 4835 1365001406747303939 1084817523378454529 2021-02-25T18:11:10+00:00 It’s no secret that COVID-19 has changed life for all of us. But even in a pandemic – especially in a pandemic – we must invest in new jobs to lift up our residents. Investing in infrastructure lays the groundwork for companies to choose Illinois or expand operations here. 0 5 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4842 4841 1364728471574970368 1084817523378454529 2021-02-25T00:06:37+00:00 I want to thank the lawmakers and community advocates who have joined us today to celebrate this landmark effort. I’m grateful to have so many voices in this conversation about delivering a fairer legal system to the communities we serve. 0 19 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4846 4845 1364704513001676800 1084817523378454529 2021-02-24T22:31:25+00:00 Our @IllinoisDCEO is now taking applications from organizations around the state interested in supporting this mission to give our young people a real opportunity to succeed. Apply here: https://illinoisworknet.com/2021youthnofo 0 6 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4847 4846 1364704511022010369 1084817523378454529 2021-02-24T22:31:25+00:00 I’m proud to take another step forward in the march toward justice today by announcing another $4M expansion of career training opportunities for at-risk youth in Illinois – part of our broader effort to ensure fewer end up in the cycle of incarceration in the first place. 0 9 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4853 4852 1364662805132161027 1084817523378454529 2021-02-24T19:45:41+00:00 More great news: based on public commitments from the @WhiteHouse and vaccine manufacturers, Illinois expects to receive an average of at least 100,000 doses per day by mid-March – meaning we’re getting closer and closer to the widespread availability we all want. 0 6 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4854 4853 1364662803919953922 1084817523378454529 2021-02-24T19:45:41+00:00 Thanks to Peoria’s great work and that of our 96 other local pubic health departments, we've administered over 2.25 million doses, covering about 1 in 7 Illinoisans.That makes Illinois first among the top ten most populous states on a per capita basis for first doses. 0 6 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4886 4885 1362907485946974218 1084817523378454529 2021-02-19T23:30:40+00:00 A’nies Accents, a neighborhood fashion boutique, was thriving before COVID-19. But after receiving a BIG grant, owner Andrea White said the funding will enable her to keep the doors open and re-engineer her business through virtual platforms. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1362907485946974218/photo/1 0 1 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4887 4886 1362907478812471296 1084817523378454529 2021-02-19T23:30:39+00:00 In Bronzeville, BIG grantee @pearlsplaceIL is an important source of sustenance, jobs and community. It's these neighborhood restaurants that add to the rich fabric of our state. https://abc7chicago.com/small-business-grants-illinois-chicago-restaurants-covid/6424600/ https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1362907478812471296/photo/1 0 1 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4888 4887 1362907473682784259 1084817523378454529 2021-02-19T23:30:37+00:00 Our BIG grants helped allow the brother-sister duo and co-owners of @WoodNHogBBQ keep every team member on payroll who wanted to stay there – to keep their doors open and their dream alive. And friends in @champaigncity will tell you their barbecue is excellent. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1362907473682784259/photo/1 0 1 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4889 4888 1362907468561530882 1084817523378454529 2021-02-19T23:30:36+00:00 As we navigate the pandemic, our businesses are stepping up in new ways every day. It's why we launched our BIG program, the nation's largest state-run economic support program, providing $275M. With over 1K grants totaling nearly $18M for Black-owned businesses across Illinois. 0 1 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4890 4889 1362907466598670344 1084817523378454529 2021-02-19T23:30:36+00:00 Robert Sengstacke Abbott founded the Chicago Defender back in 1905. It grew to have the highest circulation of any Black-owned newspaper in the country. Abbott leveraged his business to encourage his readers to advocate for equal rights not just in Chicago but nationwide. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1362907466598670344/photo/1 0 1 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4900 4899 1362507812044169220 1084817523378454529 2021-02-18T21:02:31+00:00 Things are getting better. We will get through this. But in the meantime, mask up, keep helping each other out and know that we will get through this together. 0 16 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4902 4901 1362507808441327621 1084817523378454529 2021-02-18T21:02:30+00:00 We now have 850+ vaccination locations around the state, with nearly 2M total doses administered to date. And next week, thanks to new increases in the vaccine supply and the new federal direct-to-pharmacy partnership, we’re expecting another 500K doses to come into Illinois. 0 14 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4933 4932 1360354312212393989 1084817523378454529 2021-02-12T22:25:16+00:00 We’re committed to lifting Black-owned businesses that make invaluable contributions to our communities. Our businesses need our support–and that’s why we're encouraging residents to support Black businesses during Chicago Black Restaurant Week and throughout #BlackHistoryMonth. 0 22 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4936 4935 1360340979551776784 1084817523378454529 2021-02-12T21:32:18+00:00 Each shot brings us one step closer to putting this pandemic behind us. In the meantime: let’s mask up and keep fighting. 0 13 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4937 4936 1360340978570326017 1084817523378454529 2021-02-12T21:32:17+00:00 We haven’t been sitting on our heels. We're expanding vaccination locations in communities most in need, working with trusted community leaders, reorienting our awareness campaign to focus on addressing hesitancy, and fully utilizing @IL_Natl_Guard and federal disaster teams. 0 9 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4938 4937 1360340977475612674 1084817523378454529 2021-02-12T21:32:17+00:00 Already, we’ve seen our vaccinated population look more and more like the population of Illinois, especially in Phase 1B. Because of our investments and the work of partners like @AuntMarthas, Illinois has one of the strongest equity efforts of any large state in the country. 0 4 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4939 4938 1360340976154382345 1084817523378454529 2021-02-12T21:32:17+00:00 By expanding the pool of those eligible to get a vaccine as our supplies are projected to increase, Illinois is advancing the goals of attaining equity, keeping those most at risk healthy, and reducing new cases, hospitalizations and deaths. 0 5 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4940 4939 1360340975021916161 1084817523378454529 2021-02-12T21:32:17+00:00 That’s why Illinois is allowing those 65+ to be vaccinated, why we're expanding eligibility to people with underlying conditions—who are disproportionately low-income and non-white—and why we're increasing vaccine allotments for FQHC that most often serving those most in need. 0 3 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4944 4943 1360266214602383363 1084817523378454529 2021-02-12T16:35:12+00:00 I’m proud the @ILTollway has received the 2021 Excellence in Snow and Ice Control Award from the @APWATWEETS, for keeping our roads safe under extreme conditions.As 1 of only 3 agencies in North America honored, this only reinforces our status as a national transportation hub. 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
4963 4962 1359219314679816193 1084817523378454529 2021-02-09T19:15:12+00:00 And Carol Moseley Braun – a champion for education reform and 1st Black woman to serve in the U.S. Senate – and Cecil Partee – an advocate for fair employment and 1st Black Senate President – have laid the groundwork for generations to come. May their vision inspire us all. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1359219314679816193/photo/1 0 22 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5007 5006 1357019800883638280 1084817523378454529 2021-02-03T17:35:07+00:00 With the North and West suburbs now meeting @IDPH’s metrics, I’m glad to see 10 of our 11 regions are operating under our Phase 4 guidelines. But we can't let up now. In order to get to the other side of this pandemic, we have to protect ourselves and each other on the way. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1357019800883638280/photo/1 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5023 5022 1356351246505029634 1084817523378454529 2021-02-01T21:18:31+00:00 Over the course of #BHM, I'll be highlighting prominent leaders — past and present — who have had a profound impact in communities across our state.Comment below with stories of Black leaders who have inspired you, whether they're on the national stage or in your own household. 0 22 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5024 5023 1356351245364187139 1084817523378454529 2021-02-01T21:18:31+00:00 People like Dr. Ezike, @KizzyPhD and the countless Black men and women that have made their own impact on our country and world deserve our gratitude. As I've strived to do every day as governor, let us all be unflinching in our resolve to value Black lives today and every day. 0 28 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5025 5024 1356351244001046528 1084817523378454529 2021-02-01T21:18:31+00:00 When a novel virus shut down the entire globe, @KizzyPhD got to work. We’ve witnessed history in the making with a Black woman leading the development of one of the COVID-19 vaccines, our ultimate way out of this pandemic. https://abcnews.go.com/Health/kizzmekia-corbett-african-american-woman-praised-key-scientist/story?id=74679965 0 4 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5026 5025 1356351242793058307 1084817523378454529 2021-02-01T21:18:30+00:00 While neither of us may have expected a pandemic when I appointed her to lead @IDPH in Feb. 2019, Dr. Ezike fights this pandemic every day with urgency and empathy. There's nothing she won't do to protect the health and wellbeing of the people of Illinois. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/27/us/illinois-coronavirus-health-director.html 0 6 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5065 5064 1353833809050038273 1084817523378454529 2021-01-25T22:35:07+00:00 If you were exposed to or have symptoms of COVID-19, get tested at one of our mobile testing sites this week across Illinois! Anyone can get a test at no cost, regardless of symptoms or immigration status ⤵️http://dph.illinois.gov/testing/mobile-testing-sites https://twitter.com/idph/status/1353709587870978049 0 1 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5128 5127 1350164663439417346 1084817523378454529 2021-01-15T19:35:15+00:00 If we want to keep our schools open and see an economic recovery that restores jobs and businesses, we must remain vigilant to maintain our progress.1⃣ Wear your mask2⃣ Watch your distance3⃣ Wash your hands4⃣Get vaccinated when it's your turn https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1350164663439417346/photo/1 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5129 5128 1350164660096561153 1084817523378454529 2021-01-15T19:35:14+00:00 Bars and restaurants have carried an extremely heavy burden throughout this public health crisis through no fault of their own. Effective immediately, Tier 1 allows indoor dining at the lesser of 25% cap. or 25 people per room. For all mitigations, visit: https://www2.illinois.gov/IISNews/22653-Illinois_Resurgence_Mitigation_Plan_-_January_15_2021_Update.pdf 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5130 5129 1350164657626087427 1084817523378454529 2021-01-15T19:35:13+00:00 It's always been my goal to balance supporting our hospital systems with supporting economic vitality. As we ramp up vaccine distribution, we’re able to adjust our mitigation efforts while maintaining that balance. So today, we announced updates to our tiered mitigations: https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1350164657626087427/photo/1 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5131 5130 1350164651175251968 1084817523378454529 2021-01-15T19:35:12+00:00 Following our holiday pause, I'm glad to announce that the Northern, North-Central and Southern regions of Illinois will move back into Tier 2. Of our remaining regions, most are on track to leave Tier 3 soon if current trends hold. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1350164651175251968/photo/1 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5172 5171 1347626727607037955 1084817523378454529 2021-01-08T19:30:24+00:00 “It was a total life preserver thrown our way," @SouthportLanes owner Steve Soble told @chicagotribune about @IllinoisDCEO program. "I’m shocked, I’m elated and relieved and happy and very fortunate.” https://www.chicagotribune.com/business/ct-biz-southport-lanes-reopening--20210107-hchanf4fr5d5dixx6h5zyhmy74-story.html 0 17 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5173 5172 1347626724553617409 1084817523378454529 2021-01-08T19:30:23+00:00 Our equity framework allowed us to direct:▶️ +3,700 grants to restaurants & bars ▶️ +2,700 grants to other heavily impacted industries ▶️ +3,600 grants to minority-owned businesses ▶️ +7,300 grants to the smallest of small businesses ▶️ 3,100 grants to downstate communities 0 3 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5174 5173 1347626715703631874 1084817523378454529 2021-01-08T19:30:21+00:00 Equity has been a cornerstone of my administration's response to COVID-19. I'm particularly proud that our BIG grantees represent the hardest-hit communities, the hardest-hit industries, and among the smallest and most vulnerable businesses affected by the pandemic. 0 2 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5234 5233 1341874276631252995 1084817523378454529 2020-12-23T22:32:13+00:00 ➡️ Learn more about CCAP here: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=30355 0 5 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5235 5234 1341874274076864512 1084817523378454529 2020-12-23T22:32:12+00:00 The fastest way to the post-pandemic world our residents deserve comes when our national government invests in lifting up the schools, small businesses and first responders who shape our communities–I promise to continue fighting to get those dollars for our working families. 0 9 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5236 5235 1341874271715508225 1084817523378454529 2020-12-23T22:32:11+00:00 I want to commend @ILHumanServices for doing an amazing job managing our fed relief funds and existing state funds without requiring any additional state dollars. We're ready to implement Illinois’ portion of the $10 billion in childcare support in Congress’ Dec stimulus package. 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5257 5256 1340085441391943682 1084817523378454529 2020-12-19T00:04:01+00:00 These efforts amount to a unique and historic effort in Illinois to mitigate this virus’s devastating effects. Illinois has been a leader in protecting workers and small businesses. I’m proud to lead a state committed to making a difference wherever we can, with whatever we have. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1340085441391943682/photo/1 0 19 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5260 5259 1340085425021579265 1084817523378454529 2020-12-19T00:03:57+00:00 Small businesses are the backbone of our communities. That’s why our Business Interruption Grants (BIG) ranging from $5,000 to $150,000 have a targeted focus on the small businesses that truly need help: 85% of grants went to businesses with annual revenues of $1 million or less. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1340085425021579265/photo/1 0 4 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5261 5260 1340085419799683072 1084817523378454529 2020-12-19T00:03:56+00:00 We've directed $275 million to increase the number of families eligible for emergency assistance through our Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program and Community Services Block Grant Program. These programs have supported more than 155,000 families. http://helpillinoisfamilies.com https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1340085419799683072/photo/1 0 4 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5262 5261 1340085414103801856 1084817523378454529 2020-12-19T00:03:54+00:00 Everybody deserves to have a roof over their heads, especially in a pandemic. To date, we’ve awarded $190 million in rental assistance supporting more than 38,000 renters and $84 million in emergency mortgage funds to help nearly 9,500 homeowners stave off foreclosure. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1340085414103801856/photo/1 0 4 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5274 5273 1339658067974234120 1084817523378454529 2020-12-17T19:45:47+00:00 As of this morning, about 3,500 vaccinations — all to healthcare workers — with many more scheduled for today & throughout the weekend. That’s just out of our initial statewide shipment, separate from Chicago. We’ll be sure to provide regular updates in the days and weeks ahead. 0 20 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5280 5279 1339307191002607616 1084817523378454529 2020-12-16T20:31:32+00:00 I want to thank @PCsforPeople and @cookcountygov for their early leadership and serving as our hubs as well as @JUFChicago for committing $250,000 to the Computer Equity Network. This is a multi-pronged assault on the digital divide, with the hope of ending it once and for all. 0 6 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5285 5284 1339307173810200576 1084817523378454529 2020-12-16T20:31:28+00:00 But even with that – the ability to plug into broadband means nothing when you don’t have a device to start with. And in our state of nearly 4.9 million households, an estimated 1.1 million of them currently do not have access to a computer. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1339307173810200576/photo/1 0 1 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5286 5285 1339307167657172994 1084817523378454529 2020-12-16T20:31:26+00:00 Long before COVID-19, I set the goal of bringing broadband digital infrastructure to every corner of Illinois by 2024 through Connect Illinois, and I'm happy to report we are well on our way toward our goal of making broadband accessible for every Illinoisan. https://twitter.com/GovPritzker/status/1339307167657172994/photo/1 0 2 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5307 5306 1338627555977535489 1084817523378454529 2020-12-14T23:30:54+00:00 These experts are currently working with @IDPH to update our COVID-19 FAQ document on the IDPH website with answers about the vaccine – we want everyone to be able to access the facts as clearly as possible as we have them. 0 9 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5321 5320 1337540448823500804 1084817523378454529 2020-12-11T23:31:07+00:00 Whether it’s the empathy of Andrew Lancia, the stamina of Victoria Popela, the vision of Jennifer Orozco or the kindheartedness of Roxanne Stelle – may we all take a little bit of inspiration from the commitment of our healthcare heroes. If they can get through this, we can, too. 0 11 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5322 5321 1337540398592503811 1084817523378454529 2020-12-11T23:30:55+00:00 4⃣And Roxanne Stelle, Chief Nursing Officer at @ChooseMemorial. Roxanne routinely works extra hours. Day and night, she answers colleague questions, facilitates patient admissions and transfers, and jumps in to cover staffing shortages whenever necessary, leading by example. 0 11 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5323 5322 1337540396835098625 1084817523378454529 2020-12-11T23:30:55+00:00 3⃣Or Jennifer Orozco, the Director of Advanced Practice Providers at @RushMedical. In her role, Jennifer runs the hospital’s pandemic air traffic control system. And she does it while also organizing Rush’s testing services, which has now reached over 100,000 individuals. 0 2 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5324 5323 1337540395811676166 1084817523378454529 2020-12-11T23:30:55+00:00 2⃣Dr. Victoria Popela, the hospitalist at @HancockRegional, who covers Emergency Department shifts. Dr. Popela moved a cot into her office since she’s now on call 24/7, managing critical care and keeping up w/ the latest research– doing it all humbly, with no interest in fanfare. 0 2 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5325 5324 1337540394297544704 1084817523378454529 2020-12-11T23:30:54+00:00 1⃣People like Dr. Andrew Lancia, Medical Director of the Behavioral Health Integrated Services at @UnityPointPIA. Dr. Lancia has guided frontline workers in the COVID positive units through their own mental wellness, providing resources and guidance to help doctors avoid burnout. 0 2 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5326 5325 1337540392556879872 1084817523378454529 2020-12-11T23:30:54+00:00 When I think of all the things we’ve gone through, it also reminds me of how lucky we’ve been to have such amazing healthcare workers. And when we wear our masks and keep our distance, we’re protecting not only ourselves and those around us – we’re protecting them, too. 0 2 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5342 5341 1337148874826412037 1084817523378454529 2020-12-10T21:35:09+00:00 On #HumanRightsDay, our work starts right here at home. In Illinois, our cultural roots stem from every corner of the world, and I’m proud to serve a state that can celebrate so much diversity. I pledge to continue to promote equal opportunity and justice for all. 0 0 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5356 5355 1336430561104195593 1084817523378454529 2020-12-08T22:00:50+00:00 We all want to make sure this vaccine is safe, and additional sets of eyes on the evidence can only be helpful. 0 47 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5358 5357 1336430558746976258 1084817523378454529 2020-12-08T22:00:49+00:00 The @US_FDA considers itself to have the safest, most thorough review processes in the world. They take tens of thousands of pages of raw information and combs through it again, to never rely on any conclusion the company came to. 0 3 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5359 5358 1336430557836750849 1084817523378454529 2020-12-08T22:00:49+00:00 Three phases of human trials are conducted to identify common short-term side effects and risks, the relationship between the dosage size and the immune response, and a comparison to the placebo group. 0 3 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5360 5359 1336430556633034753 1084817523378454529 2020-12-08T22:00:49+00:00 Once a vaccine passes early safety protocols, clinical trials begin. These trials with people are rigorously evaluated, meticulously documented and reviewed extensively by Institutional Review Boards to ensure scientific validity and protect participating individuals. 0 3 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5361 5360 1336430555341131779 1084817523378454529 2020-12-08T22:00:48+00:00 From there, and long before any of these vaccine candidates come close to any humans, they are tested repeatedly in laboratories and on animals to see which candidates demonstrated the most effective and safe early results. 0 3 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5362 5361 1336430554259075075 1084817523378454529 2020-12-08T22:00:48+00:00 There have been decades of research on coronaviruses broadly. So starting last January with the release of the genetic sequence of the virus that causes COVID-19, researchers the world over immediately jumped on how to best approach this virus using vaccine technology. 0 4 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker
5415 5414 1333908774608924673 1084817523378454529 2020-12-01T23:00:09+00:00 That goal wouldn’t be possible without the many nonprofits and community organizations on the ground reaching people, providing access to preventative medication, educational materials, as well as meaningful services and support for those living with HIV. 0 16 Illinois IL J. B. Pritzker D GovPritzker

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