The Illinois Sheriffs' Association would like to start by wishing all of our Illinois Sheriffs, Law Enforcement Professionals, Business and Citizen Members a very Happy New Year!

2024 IL General Assembly Legislative Schedules:

The Winter/Spring Legislative Session has begun. The IL Sheriffs' Association, and Executive Director Jim Kaitschuk will be following a number of new bills that will be introduced this year that could impact our Illinois Sheriffs, Law Enforcement Officers, and Law Abiding Citizens such as yourselves.

As information unfolds, keep an eye out for our Legislative Updates on our Social Media, and posted on our Website in the Resources section.

See the January Senate and House Calendars below. Click the coordinating buttons to download a PDF file.

Senate Sched. JAN-MAY

House Sched. JAN-MAY

2024 ISA Get to Know Your Sheriff Series -

January | Kendall County

Check out the article in the National Sheriffs Association - "Sheriff and Deputy" Magazine November/December 2023 Edition: Illinois Has Eliminated Cash Bail - Q&A with Illinois Sheriffs' Association Executive Director, Jim Kaitschuk

READ FULL ARTICLE

NEWS FROM IL AND AROUND

THE COUNTRY:

‘Thank you, Mr. Policeman': New deputy inspired to work in law enforcement by fallen officer.

By Joanna Putman

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Don’t forget, everyone is at risk from the dangers of extreme cold but be mindful of vulnerable populations.

Check in, check on, check often!

‘Is there something going on at home?’: LE families discuss navigating trauma in new documentary-

By Joanna Putman

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The Illinois Sheriffs' Association is excited to announce that our 2024-2025 College Scholarship Application is online and open! Go to https://www.ilsheriff.org/youth-2/ and scroll down to our College Scholarship Program section. You can click on the button to download a PDF fillable Application. Applications are due into YOUR County Sheriff's Office by March 15, 2024. Contact your local County Sheriff for more information! APPLY TODAY!

On behalf of our men and women in uniform, thank you to the members and loyal supporters of the Illinois Sheriffs' Association. We sincerely believe that the backing and financial support that you provide helps to make a difference in the lives of others. Your Membership Matters!

WE HAVE MOVED!

Be sure and make note of

our NEW address,

3050 Montvale Drive, Suite D,

Springfield IL 62704

Ph: 217-753-2372

We would not be able to put our training and conferences on without our Preferred Vendors! The Illinois Sheriffs' Association would like to thank your vendors listed below!

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2024 ISA Conference & Training Schedule

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Sheriffs Winter Training Conference,

February 10-13, 2024 Bloomington/Normal Marriott

Chief Deputy & Jail Administrators Conference, April 24-26, 2024 Embassy Suites, East Peoria

Sheriffs Summer

Training Conference,

September 22-24, 2024, Embassy Suites, East Peoria

Administrative Assistant’s Conference,

October 24 & 25, 2024, TBD

Make one of your 2024 New Year Goals to IMPACT YOUR COMMUNITY by supporting Illinois Sheriffs! The ISA has a Citizen & Business Membership program... for a tax deductible, nominal annual fee, your donations directly impact the public safety right in your own community. Just go to www.ilsheriff.org/membership to Join or Renew Your Membership today! Tell a Friend About the ISA Citizen Membership Program!

Member Benefits:

- Membership Card(s)

- Vehicle Decals & Bumper Stickers

- Quarterly Newsletter publication "The Illinois Sheriff"

- Updates on Important Legislative Initiatives

- Access & Assistance from ISA Membership Staff

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