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Morrison works to strengthen plastic pollution prevention efforts

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Thursday, May 28, 2026 02:52 PM
  • House Bill 4418
  • Preventing pollution
  • Plastic pellets

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DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison advanced a measure through the Senate to strengthen pollution prevention requirements against plastic pellet runoff and secure clean and healthy waterways for Illinois.

“Our waterways are an important and vital part of our ecosystem – but they cannot thrive with industrial plastic runoff harming aquatic life, water quality and beach health across the Great Lakes,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “It’s time we provide the regulations needed to secure a thriving environment, free from pollution, for neighbors to enjoy for years to come.”

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Drivers could invoke appraisal on damaged vehicles under Morrison measure

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Thursday, May 28, 2026 02:29 PM
  • Auto insurance
  • Right to an appraisal
  • House Bill 4160

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DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison spearheaded a measure through the Senate that would give insured drivers a way to resolve disputes with their insurers about repair costs or total loss valuations without involving the court system.

“It is not uncommon for policyholders to feel that their estimated repair cost or total loss valuation is too low,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “However, it becomes burdensome for both the policyholder and insurance company to have to go through the courts to get an appraisal.”

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Morrison leads legislation through Senate expanding law enforcement access to crime-solving tools

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Thursday, May 21, 2026 04:10 PM
  • Law enforcement agents
  • HB5580

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DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison led a measure through the Senate that would ensure the Illinois State Police utilize the national DNA profile database CODIS to notify investigating agencies if a consistent DNA profile has been identified.

“The CODIS database has expanded law enforcement agencies’ ability to investigate leads, bring justice to victims of crimes and ensure public safety,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “We need to enhance law enforcement agencies’ use of this database as we work to support crime victims and secure safety in our neighborhoods.”

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Morrison measure streamlines dental coverage reimbursements for providers

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Monday, May 18, 2026 01:46 PM
  • HB4464
  • Dental coverage reimbursement

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DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison is spearheading a measure that would streamline dental coverage reimbursement for dental care providers.

“Navigating insurance and reimbursement policies can be difficult and confusing for both the patient and provider,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “Clarifying which forms of payment a provider can accept and how they can opt in to that payment system will streamline dental services, ensuring residents can get the quality care they need and dentists can receive the reimbursement they’re owed.”

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  1. Morrison-backed measure works to prevent dangerous prescription authorizations
  2. Morrison measure would bolster road safety against reckless drivers
  3. Morrison-backed measure addressing emergency room workplace violence advances
  4. Morrison leads legislation that would bolster law enforcement use of the CODIS database
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Welcome to my legislative website! I am proud to serve as the State Senator from Illinois' 29th District, representing portions of the North Suburbs of Chicago in Lake and Cook Counties.

It is truly my honor to represent you in Springfield. Please do not hesitate to contact my office with questions or ways I can better serve you.

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Julie Morrison

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