Alexi for Us

Illinois Secretary of State

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About Alexi

Restoring public trust in government and its elected leaders is Alexi’s top priority. As the youngest State Treasurer ever elected in Illinois, Alexi Giannoulias pursued a progressive, reform agenda that focused on innovative initiatives and policies designed to curb ethical abuses, create jobs, safely invest taxpayer dollars and improve the financial futures of all Illinoisans.

Alexi's Vision

We need to repair the broken relationship between our government and the people by restoring the faith and trust of so many who feel frustrated and dismayed, believing that there are two sets of rules β€” one for the rich, powerful and well-connected, and one for everyone else.

I’m running because I believe I have the ideas, the energy and the proven record to help move us in a new direction that is focused on rebuilding this trust and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed. I’m inspired by Secretary Jesse White’s remarkable character and outstanding service to our State and want to build on his commitment of always putting people first.

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Illinois governor signs law to prevent book banning

Thank you toΒ Good Morning AmericaΒ for having me on the show today to discuss the landmark legislation signed into law this week, making IllinoisΒ the first state in the country to prohibit book banning.

HB 2789 prevents public and school libraries from receiving state grants if they fail to adhere to the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, which states that reading materials shouldn’t be removed or restricted due to β€œpartisan or personal disapproval.”

As the state's Chief Librarian, I championed this legislation and worked with lawmakers to ensure our experienced librarians continue providing materials that engage history, discuss various viewpoints and encourage critical thinking.

Efforts to curb reading materials have absolutely nothing to do with books.Β They are about restricting the freedom of ideas that certain individuals disagree with and that certain individuals think others should have access to.

I will not stop fighting to protect access to educational materials for all Illinoisians,Β but I need your help to keep up the momentum against those who are trying to rewrite our history and spread misinformation.

Our View: Secretary of State's Skip the Line program promises a real improvement to customer service

As of September 1st, appointments at our DMVs statewide will be controlled via our Skip the Line program.

Instead of guessing when there will be long lines or missing time at work because of those lines, you can take care of several tasks -- like renewing license plate stickers -- online and make appointments for in person services.

I promised you we would reverse the time tax, and today Illinoisians got their first tax cut on this front. Encourage everyone you know to take advantage of our Skip the Line program!

Can license plate data be used against women seeking an abortion?

One year after the Supreme Court’s overturning ofΒ Roe v. Wade, outrageous attacks on a woman’s right to choose are underway across the nation. The Midwest is slowly becoming a freedom desert, as neighboring states not only attempt to criminalize abortion, but to restrict women from exercising their right to choose even where it remains legal.

I am proud to have led efforts along with Governor Pritzker and allies in the General Assembly to counter these efforts. Illinois will stand as an oasis of freedom for women seeking to exercise a constitutional right that radicals have sought to deprive them of.

This is why I initiated a first-in-the-nation bill to outlaw sharing or selling license plate data for women seeking abortions.Β This data could be weaponized as some states try to criminalize helping someone get an abortion.

Illinois will continue to lead not only on reproductive rights but on the fundamental right of privacy. Without proper oversight, data collection can be abused and negatively affect your lives. Whether you are being forced to crossed state lines to exercise your right to choose or whether you are going to the grocery store, you should not be tracked for legal activities. I am taking a stand as Illinois Secretary of State, but I need your help.

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17 hours ago
Alexi Giannoulias

What a weekend! πŸ€πŸŒˆ
I had the best time walking in the Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade with fellow elected officials and members of the legendary Chicago Irish community. I even got to break out some green sneakers for the occasion.

The parade fell on my birthday this year, and the double celebration was a blast. Thank you to everyone who reached out and sent well wishes. Cheers to another year! πŸŽ‚πŸŽ‰
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Thank you for everything you are doing for our State and its citizens. Regards. Nick Brown

17 hours ago
Alexi Giannoulias

🚨 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: The ID Card Accessibility Measure – or Senate Bill 2803 – has passed the Senate Committee on Criminal Law & Public Safety! Proposed legislation expands efforts to provide government issued ID cards at no cost to individuals being released from custody. #ILSOS ... See MoreSee Less

4 days ago
Alexi Giannoulias

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Happy Birthday to you Alexi. Blessings to you always.

Happy B-Day!πŸ₯³

Enjoy your Birthday Alexi Giannoulias!

Happy Birthday Alexi Giannoulias

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1 week ago
Alexi Giannoulias

The Illinois Secretary of State website is now available in 130+ languages! This is a huge step to increase government services accessibility for all Illinoisians. πŸ“±πŸ–₯ βœ…

Check out ILSOS.gov for more information on all of our office modernization efforts.
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I am reaching out with a heartfelt request for assistance on behalf of disabled veterans, including myself, who have recently relocated to Illinois. We are encountering significant difficulties in accessing the state’s provision for service-connected disability license plates at no charge - a benefit that is readily available in many other states. In my previous residences in Arizona and Washington, the process was straightforward and hassle-free. However, in Illinois, we are faced with a lengthy waiting period of 6 to 8 weeks. Moreover, the procedure cannot be completed at my local office in Chicago; instead, all documents must be mailed to Springfield. When attempting to inquire about the status of my application,I'm informed that there is no system in place to check progress, and that there is a severe backlog. While I deeply appreciate the state’s recognition of disabled veterans, the current system poses significant challenges for us to utilize this service. I kindly urge you to consider our situation and provide necessary support to streamline this process. Your assistance would greatly benefit us, the veterans with disabilities, in navigating this service more efficiently. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

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