Bertino-Tarrant reacts to governor's State of the State address
Published: Wednesday, February 04, 2015 04:28 PM
SPRINGFIELD— State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) issued the following statement after hearing the State of the State address today:
The Governor had a very bold and sincere message today. I applaud his persistence at making Illinois a business-friendly state and I am eager to work toward these efforts. I am also pleased with his strong focus on education; I will carefully listen and evaluate his ideas. However, his attacks on public employees and organized labor is concerning. Protecting the middle class means protecting the very people he is ostracizing. I am committed to working in a bipartisan manner to make Illinois a better place, while preserving working class values.
Medical pros join Sen. Bertino-Tarrant in exposing dangers of pure caffeine powder
Published: Tuesday, February 03, 2015 07:03 PM
SPRINGFIELD — In response to the death of an Ohio high school student who overdosed on caffeine powder, State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D- Shorewood) has filed legislation to make the substance illegal for minors in Illinois.
In a story in The State Journal-Register, medical professionals are in agreement that consuming large amounts of caffeine is dangerous and they advise steering clear of the product. One teaspoon of caffeine powder can have the same dose as 25 cups of coffee. Symptoms of caffeine overdose include vomiting, uncontrollable muscle movements, irregular or fast heartbeat and trouble breathing.
Senator Bertino-Tarrant to hold kids' fair in Plainfield
Published: Tuesday, January 20, 2015 04:32 PM
State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) will partner with community organizations in February to hold a Kids' Fair for area elementary students.
The event will take place on Monday, Feb. 16, at Troy Middle School (5800 W. Theodore Street, Plainfield, IL) from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
"As a lifelong educator, I know the importance of connecting children and parents with local services," Senator Bertino-Tarrant said. "I would like to thank participating organizations for making this day possible."
Comptroller post to be decided by voters
Published: Thursday, January 08, 2015 03:17 PM
Today, State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) voted to maintain the strength of democracy in Illinois by allowing voters to choose their representation, should an unexpected vacancy arise in a statewide office.
"We have enacted a number of government accountability and transparency measures since I came into office in an effort to change the stigma attached to state government and regain the trust of our citizens," Bertino-Tarrant said. "This vote reflects my commitment to working for my constituents."
Senator Bertino-Tarrant to hold town hall meeting in Crest Hill
Bertino-Tarrant says Weber Road interchange improvement to begin soon