Governmental Advocacy
iBIO uses a powerful, automated grassroots advocacy system
for legislative and regulatory issues
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Our involvement in Springfield and Washington
iBIO maintains an active and effective
legislative and regulatory advocacy program. iBIO continues to
support a comprehensive set of legislative funding priorities
at the state and federal levels. We also support and oppose specific
measures related to biofuels and alternate fuels, healthcare,
agriculture research, and all other areas of bioscience.
The iBIO 2008 Government Affairs Policies is now available
for community review. To download a .pdf file of this document click
here.
Honoring public service figures
Each year iBIO hosts an Awards Gala in Springfield, Illinois. At this reception, we present the John W. Maitland Jr. Biotechnology Leadership Award to the government officials who have been leaders in advancing life sciences issues.
The 2007
honoree is the Speaker of the Illinois House, Representative Michael J. Madigan, who was recognized for his excellent leadership and work to create the Bio-Technology Committee in the Illinois House of Representative, as well as many other achievements helping Illinois emerge as a leader for the life sciences.
Past
honorees include:
| 2008 |
Maria Antonia "Toni" Berrios, State Representative |
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Susana A Mendoza, State Representative |
| 2007 |
Michael J. Madigan, Speaker, Illinois House of Representatives |
| 2006 |
Charles "Chuck" Hartke, Director, Department of Agriculture |
| 2005 |
Mayor George Van Dusen, Skokie |
| 2004 |
Jack Lavin, Director, Illinois DCEO |
| 2003 |
Judy
Barr Topinka, Illinois State Treasurer |
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Mayor Richard M. Daley, Chicago |
| 2002 |
The Honorable Bobby L. Rush, Illinois Congressman |
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Pam McDonough, Director, Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs |
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