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Protect 340B: A Vital Lifeline For Patients And Healthcare Providers – Pass HB 2371 SA 2
Thursday, May 7, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Nearly half of U.S. states—both red and blue—have passed laws protecting the 340B program in response to drugmakers restricting access to discounted drugs to hospitals and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) serving low-income communities. The courts have overwhelmingly ruled that state laws can prevent pharmaceutical manufacturers from limiting the use of 340B contract pharmacies. The Illinois Senate unanimously passed 340B legislation last spring. Now it’s up to the Illinois House to vote for House Bill 2371 SA 2, modeled after legislation passed in more than 20 other states. These laws reverse 340B restrictions that are harming patients and the nonprofit, safety net provider organizations caring for them. These providers utilize drug-cost savings to pass on drug discounts to patients and invest in new services, clinics, and hiring of healthcare providers. HB 2371 SA 2 does NOT require a state appropriation or taxpayer funding. It asks House members to restore this critical lifeline as Illinois hospitals stand to lose up to $57 billion in federal Medicaid funding over 10 years—and patients lose Medicaid coverage. Get the 304B bill across the finish line this legislative session: Vote YES on HB 2371 SA 2. Learn more.
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Stop Rx Drug Deserts. Say No To HB 1443!
Thursday, May 7, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] HB 1443 would create a state-appointed Prescription Drug Affordability Board with the authority to review and set upper payment limits on selected prescription drugs. While well-intentioned, this misguided legislation risks harming patients’ community pharmacies without addressing the real drivers of health care costs. Allowing government appointees to intervene in decisions between patients and their physicians raises serious concerns. Moreover, despite being enacted in multiple states, these boards have failed to deliver meaningful savings. Two states have set upper payment limits, yet in the seven years since the first board was established, there is no evidence of a single dollar saved for patients. In Illinois, community pharmacies are essential to the communities they serve, providing access to critical medicines and treatments. If upper payment limits are set below pharmacies’ acquisition costs, pharmacists could be forced to dispense drugs at a loss or stop carrying certain drugs altogether. This puts patient access at risk, especially those who depend on nearby, trusted community-based pharmacies. Illinois’ health care system is already incredibly fragile. HB 1443 advances policy with no record of lowering costs for patients or supporting the sustainability of community pharmacies. Don’t force community pharmacies to choose between financial loss and patient access. We urge you to oppose HB 1443. Paid for by PharmaScript and the Greater Chicagoland Black Chamber of Commerce
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Credit & Debit Cards May Not Work For Tips, Starting July 1
Thursday, May 7, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] The IFPA—the Credit Card Chaos law—could hurt Illinois’ tipped workers. Servers, stylists, rideshare drivers and other gig workers who rely on tips could see their income drop if customers can’t tip on cards and are limited to the cash they carry. Before chaos hits on July 1, lawmakers should reverse course and repeal the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act. Learn more at: guardyourcard.com/Illinois
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Showcasing The Retailers Who Make Illinois Work
Thursday, May 7, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the perfect time to visit Anandi Fashions in Buffalo Grove. The vibrant Indian boutique offers authentic, hand-selected clothing and jewelry. Owner Kalpana Boyina manages the boutique alongside her husband, Santosh. Known as a local favorite and a destination shop, it draws customers seeking colorful, comfortable designs rooted in India’s rich textile traditions. Retail provides one out of every five Illinois jobs, generates the second largest amount of tax revenue for the state, and is the largest source of revenue for local governments. But retail is also so much more, with retailers serving as the trusted contributors to life’s moments, big and small. We Are Retail and IRMA are dedicated to sharing the stories of retailers like Kalpana and Santosh in Buffalo Grove who serve their communities with dedication and pride. Please visit https://WeAreRetail.IRMA.org/.
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It’s Time To Bring Safer Rides To Illinois
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Waymo is ready to bring safe, reliable, autonomous rides to Illinois – but we need your help! Waymo is already mapping Chicago’s unique streets and traffic patterns to lay the groundwork for operations. Never tired or distracted, Waymo provides hundreds of thousands of fully autonomous rides every week across ten major U.S. cities, from Los Angeles to Atlanta — from multi-lane expressways to dense city streets, including the demands of winter weather. The data shows Waymo’s autonomous vehicles are involved in thirteen times fewer injury-causing collisions compared to humans (as of 3/20/26, see waymo.com/safety). Let’s bring safer rides to Illinois. 
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The Credit Union Difference Starts With Our People
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] The credit union difference begins with the people who show up every day to serve members. At a credit union, it’s more than just a job. Employees believe in the work they do, and that commitment is something members immediately feel. As Becky from Financial Plus Credit Union explains, “Our biggest asset is our people. It’s not just a job that they’re coming to do.” Because credit union employees are invested, members can sense compassion, authenticity, and care behind every interaction. Whether someone is receiving their first loan, facing a financial challenge, or planning for the future, credit union staff serve as trusted partners. That genuine energy matters. Members can feel when recommendations are made with their best interests in mind and when guidance comes from a place of understanding. Credit unions create space for meaningful conversations, not rushed transactions. Listening is essential to that experience. Members come with many needs, and credit union teams are trained to lead with empathy, acknowledge concerns, and problem‑solve efficiently while maintaining a human connection. Learn more at https://betterforillinois.org/ Paid for by Illinois Credit Union League.
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Strengthen Healthcare In Illinois: Vote YES On HB 2371 SA 2 To Protect 340B
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] Financial pressures have forced hospitals to reduce services just so they can continue providing needed healthcare. Price surges across the board—from prescription drugs to supplies and services—have made operating a hospital difficult. Over the past seven years, 68 Illinois hospitals had to cut services, resulting in 1,117 fewer hospital beds for obstetrics, long-term care, mental illness and intensive care units. Hospitals provide lifesaving care around the clock regardless of their patients’ ability to pay. Local, accessible healthcare is essential, yet hospitals face mounting challenges including increased costs and inadequate reimbursement. H.R. 1—with nearly $1 trillion in federal Medicaid funding cuts—will deepen the pain for many hospitals, especially those serving low-income and uninsured communities. “It’s the largest cut that’s ever been made to healthcare,” Southern Illinois Healthcare President and CEO John Antes said of H.R. 1 in Crain’s. “And it is largely directed at a lot of the most vulnerable folks.” SIH Harrisburg Medical Center is among nine rural Illinois hospitals at risk of closure due to losses and a high Medicaid payer mix. Passing House Bill 2371 SA 2 will help offset H.R. 1 cuts by restoring 340B drug discounts required by federal law after years of drugmaker restrictions. 340B helps nonprofit, safety net hospitals care for communities. Vote YES this spring session. Learn more.
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Stop Rx Drug Deserts. Say No To HB 1443!
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 - Posted by Advertising Department [The following is a paid advertisement.] HB 1443 would create a state-appointed Prescription Drug Affordability Board with the authority to review and set upper payment limits on selected prescription drugs. While well-intentioned, this misguided legislation risks harming patients’ community pharmacies without addressing the real drivers of health care costs. Allowing government appointees to intervene in decisions between patients and their physicians raises serious concerns. Moreover, despite being enacted in multiple states, these boards have failed to deliver meaningful savings. Two states have set upper payment limits, yet in the seven years since the first board was established, there is no evidence of a single dollar saved for patients. In Illinois, community pharmacies are essential to the communities they serve, providing access to critical medicines and treatments. If upper payment limits are set below pharmacies’ acquisition costs, pharmacists could be forced to dispense drugs at a loss or stop carrying certain drugs altogether. This puts patient access at risk, especially those who depend on nearby, trusted community-based pharmacies. Illinois’ health care system is already incredibly fragile. HB 1443 advances policy with no record of lowering costs for patients or supporting the sustainability of community pharmacies. Don’t force community pharmacies to choose between financial loss and patient access. We urge you to oppose HB 1443. Paid for by PharmaScript and the Greater Chicagoland Black Chamber of Commerce
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