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Morrison law ensures schools can respond to hypoglycemic emergencies

SPRINGFIELD — A new law led by State Senator Julie Morrison will ensure schools can provide undesignated prescription glucagon to students with diabetes suffering from a hypoglycemic emergency.

“Diabetes requires lifelong, timely and attentive maintenance to ensure proper blood sugar levels,” said Morrison (D-Lake Forest). “Hypoglycemic emergencies can happen at any time – it is imperative that we equip school professionals with the resources and training needed to assist during a health emergency.”

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Morrison law streamlines dental coverage reimbursements for providers

DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison spearheaded a new law that streamlines dental coverage reimbursement for dental care providers.

“Navigating insurance and reimbursement policies can be difficult, creating barriers to access to timely dental care for Illinoisans,” 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 and treatments for both the patient and provider.”

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Morrison invites 29th District residents to upcoming volunteer fair

• District Event
• Volunteer Fair

DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison is inviting residents to attend a volunteer fair on Saturday, June 20.

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Suburban YMCA, located at 2705 Techny Rd. in Northbrook. It is free and open to the public.

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Morrison releases statement on the future of Chicago Bears in Illinois

• Bears stadium
• HB958

DEERFIELD — State Senator Julie Morrison (D-Lake Forest) released the following statement after the Senate passed a measure securing the future of the Chicago Bears in Illinois:

“As a lifelong Bears fan, I see the importance of sporting events that bring economic benefits to our communities.

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