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STATEMENT: Data Shows COVID-19 Disproportionately Affects Black Communities
This week, Mayor Lightfoot shared data showing that Black Chicagoans have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19, with Black Chicagoans making up more than 70 percent of fatalities in the city.
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Early Intervention Back in Illinois, Following COVID-19 Freeze
Young children enrolled in Early Intervention can access supportive services again, following a temporary freeze due to COVID-19.
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New Resource: Education and COVID-19
Legal Council releases new resource on education practices & COVID-19 for Illinois parents.
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Health Justice in a Crisis: Ted and SSDI
Ted spent almost a year trying to get Social Security Disability benefits. When finally he was approved, COVID-19 stopped the world.
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New Medicaid Guidelines: Self-Report Your Income, Residency, and More
Illinoisans who are unable to upload documents proving their income or other factors can now self-attest on their Medicaid applications.
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SNAP Work Requirements for ABAWDs Temporarily Suspended During State of Emergency
Families First Coronavirus Response Act passed by the Congress temporarily suspends work requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) during state of emergency.
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Illinois Requests Further Federal Assistance in COVID-19 Pandemic
Illinois submitted a second emergency waiver request to increase coverage of services related to COVID-19. Here’s what’s included.
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How to Get Temporary Medicaid Coverage
Legal Council breaks down how to get full temporary Medicaid coverage for Illinoisans waiting for a Medicaid determination.
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Senate Passes $2.2 Trillion Stimulus Package. But What Does it Do?
The U.S. Senate passed a $2.2 trillion stimulus package in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s what it includes.
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