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The Illinois Press Association (IPA) is excited to introduce its new platform for placing public notices, known as PlaceIT.io. The IPA Board unanimously endorsed the development of this portal, with the intention of streamlining the procedures involved in designing, creating, publishing, and uploading public notices nationwide.
In light of this, a pertinent question can be asked. Why is a new solution necessary? The reality is, the current systems for public notices have proven to be either difficult to use or costly to publish, with expenses sometimes reaching as high as 10% or more of the notice's total cost. This has led to increased spending for both government entities and users of the service. Additionally, the providers of these systems have created a divide between independent publishers and their longstanding clients.
Interestingly, the motivation behind addressing this issue stems not only from Illinois but also from the broader concerns of IPA's partners. The IPA has collaborated with numerous state press associations that have utilized the original state-wide platform, PublicNoticeIllinois.com, since its inception in 2011. This platform allowed all public notices within a state to be uploaded to a single website, reducing the need for government bodies to host notices on their individual sites. These partner associations include the Alabama Press Association, Georgia Press Association, Hoosier Press Association, Massachusetts Newspaper Publisher Association, Minnesota Newspaper Association, Mississippi Press Association, Missouri Press Association, Nebraska Press Association, Nevada Press Association, New Jersey Press Association, North Carolina Press Association, Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association, South Carolina Press Association, Tennessee Press Association, Utah Press Association, Virginia Press Association, and Washington Newspaper Publishers Association.
PlaceIT.io represents the next phase of modernizing the process of creating and placing public notices.
Similar to PublicNoticeIllinois and its partner platforms, PlaceIT.io is committed to the notion that public notices should be uploaded to a website, maximizing their availability to the public without incurring additional costs for the government entities posting the notices.
During the establishment of PublicNoticeIllinois.com, concerns were raised by some members of the General Assembly in Illinois about the potential financial burden on local public bodies for uploading and storing these notices. The IPA collaborated with the General Assembly to include language in the appropriate statute, mandating that notices must be uploaded to a state-wide website "at no additional cost to government." Newspapers embraced and adopted this philosophy, and through a nominal upload fee, they established and maintained the state-wide website. This approach stands in stark contrast to other third-party methods that result in extra expenses for government bodies posting the notices.
PlaceIT.io was developed by the PlaceIT team, which includes staff from IPA and Ninestars Information Technologies. Collaboration over a year and a half has now brought us the future of public notice placement.
For inquiries about PlaceIT.io, individuals can reach out to Ron Kline (rkline@illinoispress.org) or to one of our partner state associations.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 4, 2025 Contact Information: Media Contact: Garth Reynolds, executive director Illinois Pharmacists Association Phone: (217) 522-7300 Email: greynolds@ipha.org Website: ipha.org | @ILPharmacists
IPhA applauds historic passage of HB1697: The Prescription Drug Affordability Act
IPhA applauds historic passage of HB1697: The Prescription Drug Affordability Act comprehensive PBM reform law strengthens patient protections and supports community pharmacies statewide
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Pharmacists Association (IPhA) celebrates the General Assembly’s passage of HB1697, the Prescription Drug Affordability Act, a landmark achievement in the fight to protect patients, enhance transparency, and preserve access to pharmacy care across Illinois. This legislation was a central focus of Governor JB Pritzker’s 2025 State of the State address, where he emphasized the need to confront harmful pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) practices that have driven up drug costs, jeopardized local pharmacies, and strained patient access to care. HB1697 now delivers on that call to action with sweeping, enforceable reforms. “I am thrilled that this legislation will finally reverse the alarming trend of pharmacy closures across our great state,” IPhA President Dave Bagot said. “HB1697 represents not just a policy victory, but a commitment to preserving access to essential health care services in communities throughout Illinois.” IPhA extends its sincere gratitude to Senator David Koehler and Representative Natalie Manley for championing this legislation. Their leadership has resulted in one of the most significant PBM reform packages in the country, built on transparency, accountability, and patient-centered care. HB1697 directly targets systemic failures in the prescription drug marketplace. The law eliminates spread pricing that has diverted millions away from patient care, ends PBM steering practices that restrict pharmacy choice, and mandates 100 percent rebate passthrough to ensure savings are returned to patients and health plans. It also institutes robust regulatory oversight through required annual transparency reports, plan audits, and market conduct examinations. The bill also provides vital financial relief to the state’s most vulnerable pharmacies. HB1697 allocates $45 million annually to sustain critical access pharmacies and invests an additional $25 million to enhance pharmacy access. These provisions are designed to stop the ongoing wave of pharmacy closures and restore access in both rural and urban areas. “This bill is a turning point. Illinois is making it clear that we will no longer allow corporate middlemen to undermine patient care and community health,” said Garth Reynolds, executive director of IPhA. “HB1697 restores transparency, puts patients first, and gives independent and community pharmacies a fair chance to survive and serve.” HB1697 would not have been possible without the relentless advocacy of pharmacists, student pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and patients across the state. As the legislation now heads to Governor Pritzker for signature, IPhA remains focused on supporting its full implementation and defending its critical protections. “We reached this moment because our profession stood united and refused to accept the status quo,” Reynolds added. “This law is a meaningful step forward in building a health care system that works for Illinois patients.” About the Illinois Pharmacists Association The Illinois Pharmacists Association (IPhA) is dedicated to enhancing the professional competency of pharmacists, advancing the standards of pharmacy practice, improving pharmacists’ effectiveness in assuring rational drug use in society, and leading in the resolution of public policy issues affecting pharmacists.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 21, 2025 Contact Information: Contact: Campaign Team Campaign Office - Long for Senate 2026 Phone: (618) 209-2261 Email: vote@longforsenate2026.com Website: www.LongForSenate2026.com
Dr. Pamela Denise Long announces bold 2026 U.S. Senate bid to reclaim Illinois' voice in Washington Madison County resident, conservative educator, and national policy advocate enters race to challenge political dysfunction and defend working families
EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois — [May 21, 2025] — Dr. Pamela Denise Long, a nationally recognized educator and principled conservative voice, today announced her candidacy for the United States Senate in Illinois. Running as a Republican, Dr. Long is positioning her campaign as a direct challenge to the entrenched political class and a call to restore integrity, public safety, and economic security for the people of Illinois. As Republicans pursue a permanent “big tent” majority in federal and state government, Long brings a rare crossover appeal to the Black American community. “I’m not a career politician, and I’m not for sale,” said Dr. Long. “I’m running because Illinois deserves more than finger pointing and lip service in Washington. We deserve a senator who will fight for families, pursue consistent criminal justice, and say what needs to be said — even when it’s not politically convenient.” Denise, who holds a Doctorate in Education and has served as a public health leader, trauma-informed consultant, and university instructor, brings a record of real-world problem solving to the race. A proud seventh-generation American and dedicated Illinoisan, she has spent her life helping working-class families, supporting parental rights, and framing common-sense reform at every level of government. Her campaign platform includes:
Born in Mississippi, Dr. Long is a first-generation college graduate, member of a 150-plus-years farming family in Illinois, and former homeschooling parent of a recent college graduate. She is known for her national commentary on outlets like Newsweek, The Hill, and Fox News, for her grassroots leadership about curbing mass immigration, her courageous debates on reining in divisive ideologies in education, and her push for accountability in use of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). “Illinois is a diverse state with shared values: faith, family, work, and a fighter’s spirit,” said Long. “Illinois Republicans are not looking for permission to be heard — we’re taking a seat at the table to deliver real results. It’s time to send someone to D.C. who owes nothing to the establishment and everything to the people.” Pamela Denise Long will begin her campaign with a statewide listening tour and weekly virtual town halls. The campaign is actively organizing in all 102 counties and plans to engage voters across every region — from Chicago to Cairo. For more information or to get involved, visit www.LongForSenate2026.com or follow the campaign @Long4Illinois on X. Paid for by Long for Senate 2026 – PO BOX 573 Edwardsville, IL 62025
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