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There has been a lot of recent action on health care reform. Two weeks ago, the U.S. House of Representatives  released and the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee passed health care reform legislation that include some solid provisions that will benefit low-income people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic conditions.

Act Now to Defeat Amendment Restricting Syringe Exchange!
Amendment to Ban Federal
Syringe Exchange Funding on House Floor   

And cue Marvin Gaye…
…or Jessica Terlikowski…
As she tells you what’s goin' on…

State funds for vital HIV prevention, housing, and care programs are in jeopardy.  Last week, House Speaker Michael Madigan announced that at least one-quarter of the state's budget would need to be cut unless additional revenue is identified and approved.  That means that essential programs serving Illinoisans with and at risk for HIV could face a 25% or greater funding cut.

Halfway through the 2009 spring legislative session, the AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC) is pleased to report significant progress advancing three HIV-related bills in the Illinois General Assembly. 

Give Thanks: Governor Rescues HIV/AIDS Housing, Substance Abuse Funding