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July Newsletter

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Category: News
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 09:25 AM

Dear friend,

The spring legislative session is behind us, and I’m proud of the progress we made to uplift working families and invest in our state’s future. This year, I focused on expanding access to blue collar careers and apprenticeship opportunities, helping more students stay in Illinois for college and protecting consumers from scams.

Read on to find out more about these efforts and other updates, including new legislation, available resources and what's happening in our area.

Of course, the work doesn’t end here. I’m already meeting with community members and advocates to shape next year’s legislative agenda and I want to hear from you. If there’s an issue you care about, please don’t hesitate to contact my East St. Louis office at (618) 875-1212, Swansea office at (618) 416-2452 or visit SenatorBelt.com.

It’s an honor to serve you in the Illinois Senate. Wishing you and your family a safe and healthy summer.
 

Sincerely,

 Belt

 

 

 

 

Christopher Belt

State Senator | 57th District

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Belt secures over $400,000 for Metro East libraries

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Friday, July 11, 2025 10:36 AM

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EAST ST. LOUIS – State Senator Christopher Belt announced 13 libraries across St. Clair and Madison counties are set to receive a combined total of over $400,000 for library services and programming.

“Libraries are essential learning environments where children and students can explore, grow and thrive,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “Investing in libraries means investing in the next generation, giving them the tools and opportunities they need to succeed.”

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More than $480,000 in tourism grants coming to Metro East thanks to Belt

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Tuesday, July 01, 2025 02:26 PM

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EAST ST. LOUIS – State Senator Christopher Belt secured nearly half a million dollars in grant funding to boost tourism in the Metro East.

“Investing in tourism brings more people to Illinois, boosting the local economy and creating more jobs,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “With the Metro East bordering Missouri, we have seen how these investments encourage people to visit from out of state. Whether you’re a family-owned restaurant or a new boutique, investments in tourism help our entire community.”

Administered by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, a total of $6.3 million was awarded to 36 grantees through the Route 66 Grant Program, Tourism Attractions Grant Program and Tourism Private Sector Grant Program.

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Belt: Education is the government’s best return on investment

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Monday, June 30, 2025 10:37 AM

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CHICAGO – Understanding that the college admissions process can be difficult for students to navigate, State Senator Christopher Belt worked to make the process easier for high school juniors, seniors and community college transfer students.

“Investing in our students is by far the best return on investment the government could get,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “This is essentially an automatic admissions program that students can opt in to. It will really help streamline the process for students and their families.”

Read more: Belt: Education is the government’s best return on investment

More Articles …

  1. Two Metro East manufacturers receive state funding thanks to Belt
  2. Belt announces over $4.5 million for local renewable energy developments
  3. Belt passes Warehouse Tornado Preparedness Act in wake of Edwardsville tragedy
  4. Belt expands organ donation leave for working people
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Springfield Office:
417-B Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-5399

East St. Louis Office:
Kenneth Hall Regional
Office Bldg.
10 Collinsville Ave., Suite 201A
East St. Louis, IL 62201
(618) 875-1212

Swansea Office:
7 Park Place, Suite C
Swansea, IL 62226
(618) 416-2452

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