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2005 Winner: Shared Services Model State legal services, internal audits, facilities management, fleet management, information technology and media relations functions have been consolidated into the Department of Central Management Services (CMS), centralizing and standardizing the states’ procurement process and saving Illinois hundreds of millions of dollars. A state-of-the-art data collection system for victim service providers developed by the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, this system facilitates uniform data collection and promotes program planning and accountability. 2004 Finalist: All Our Kids Early Childhood Networks This program provides comprehensive health care to children under age 5. This includes prenatal care, well-baby checkups, developmental screenings, parenting education and home visits. 2003 Finalist: Partners for Inclusive Employment Job Match and Fair This program educates employers about the Americans with Disabilities Act and helps match disabled job-seekers with employers. 2003 Finalist: Emission Reduction Market System Operated by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, this system allows participating companies to buy, sell or trade units of ozone-producing emissions. This market-based program was designed to reduce atmospheric ozone and improve air quality. 2003 Finalist: Operation Protect and Provide This program gives low interest loans to military Reserves and National Guard members from Illinois who are called up for active duty. The State Treasurer’s office has pledged millions of dollars in low-interest loans through local financial institutions throughout the state. 2003 Finalist: Urban Systems of Care Program The Department of Human Services provides mental health and social services for at-risk children and their families who live in 11 Chicago Housing Authority developments. This program bridges the barriers caused by socioeconomic factors, lack of transportation and gang boundaries that may prevent residents from obtaining needed services. 2003 Finalist: After-school Initiative Task Force Co-chaired by the Department of Human Services and the State Board of Education, this task force brought together leaders in youth development, human services and education to evaluate and coordinate the state’s after-school services. Have an innovative program in your state? Apply for an Innovations award! |
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State News Trivia
Find the answer to this month's State News trivia.
Health Reform Strategies in the Midwest
State strategies to contain health care costs and reform health systems are the focus of a new Midwestern Legislative Conference report, released last week in conjunction with the nonpartisan association's four-day meeting in Rapid City, S.D.
State Funding for Homeland Security Down
A Southern Legislative Conference Special Series Report explores ways in which states are dealing with decreased funding for state homeland security programs.
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