Two bills sponsored by State Senator John Millner (R-Carol Stream) have been signed into law by the Governor.

Senate Bill 1544 creates an income tax check-off for the Hunger Relief Fund on the individual return form. Individuals can choose to donate a portion of their income tax refund to the fund, which provides grants to food banks, food pantries, soup kitchens, hunger relief centers or other charities that provide for the needy.

Senate Bill 2026 allows law enforcement agencies to use cameras and audio equipment to gather intelligence during a hostage situation. These devices would be used to help law enforcement resolve these situations by having more information when conducting such operations to ensure the safety of the public, the hostage and the police.