Turner invites Decatur residents to upcoming senior fair
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DECATUR – State Senator Doris Turner is inviting residents to attend a senior resource fair on Thursday, April 9.
The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Salvation Army of Decatur and Macon County, located at 229 W. Main St. in Decatur. It is free and open to the public.
“The upcoming event will give seniors a one-stop shop to learn more about state and local resources available in the Decatur community,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “People will have the opportunity to get information to help them stay safe, informed and healthy.”
Turner, Halpin work to ban loud commercials
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senators Doris Turner and Mike Halpin are spearheading a measure that would curb program viewers’ discomfort and annoyance by banning loud commercials on streaming services.
“We all know the feeling when our show or movie cuts to a commercial and the volume gets louder, forcing us to constantly adjust the volume of our TVs,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “This problem is all too familiar, and frustrating, especially for parents with young kids who need to nap during the day and individuals with hearing sensitivity.”
The Federal Communications Commission preempts most state and local regulation of cable or broadcast television, but streaming services operate over the internet and fall outside that scope. Senate Bill 3222 would prohibit commercials from being played louder than the programming on video streaming services, directly improving viewership experiences.
Turner works to revitalize downtown Springfield
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SPRINGFIELD – In an effort to revitalize downtown Springfield, State Senator Doris Turner is working on a measure to bring more economic development and housing to the area.
“The issue I hear most from Springfield residents is ‘fix downtown,’” said Turner (D-Springfield). “We all want downtown to thrive – local leaders, residents, businesses and organizations. That’s why we have to come together and work with those who want the best for the Capital City to revitalize downtown.”
Established in 2003, the Mid-Illinois Medical District is a one-square mile designation in the heart of Springfield just to the north of downtown. The district was created to attract and retain academic centers, viable health care facilities, medical research facilities, emerging high technology enterprises and other facilities.
Turner advances measure to notify consumers of prescription recalls
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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Doris Turner is sponsoring a measure to ensure consumers are aware of any recall on their medications.
“No one should have to read on the internet that their prescription has been recalled,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “Hearing from several constituents about this issue made it clear that we need to put a process in place so consumers are directly made aware of any recalls that may affect them.”
Senate Bill 3223 would require pharmacists to monitor medication recalls and notify patients of relevant medication recalls at the point of sale and prescribers in a timely manner. Currently, pharmacists do not have a legal responsibility to notify consumers about drug recalls.
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