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CCI Statement on Dobbs Decision
We are pleased with the United States Supreme Court ruling in the Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization that has overturned the landmark abortion case of Roe vs. Wade. Throughout its history, the Catholic Church has consistently opposed legislation and other...
CCI Radio Hour June 20, 2022
The June edition of the Catholic Conference of Illinois Radio Hour is now available. This month’s show features a pair of guests. Leading off the show is Caroline Brennan, the Emergency Communications Director of the Catholic Relief Services Humanitarian Response...
Catholic Conference of Illinois Statement on Repealing of Parental Notice of Abortion Act
As of today, the Illinois Parental Notice of Abortion Act has been repealed. Parents no longer have the right to know if their minor daughter is seeking an abortion or suffering from any of the physical or mental health issues that may be associated with such a...
CCI Radio Hour May 16, 2022
The May edition of the Catholic Conference of Illinois Radio Hour is now available. This month’s show features Amy Gehrke, the Executive Director for Illinois Right to Life, who discusses the upcoming Roe vs. Wade decision. Ian McIntosh, the Deputy Coalitions Director...
CCI Radio Hour April 18, 2022
The April Catholic Conference of Illinois Radio Hour is now available. This month’s show features the Second Chance State Education Act, an update on the recent events in Florida, and an introduction to the Illinois Church Action on Alcohol and Addiction Problems...
2022 Spring Legislative Summary
STATE BUDGETFlush with federal assistance and higher than expected tax collections (fueled by high inflation), the state budget for fiscal year 2023 will come in around $47 billion, featuring an 8% increase for state operations, temporary tax cuts and debt payments....
CCI Radio Hour: March 21, 2022
The March edition of the Catholic Conference Radio Hour on Chicagoland Catholic Radio is now available. This month’s show features a discussion with Dr. Anthony Holter of Empower Illinois on the Scholarship Tax Credit Bill, an update on the mask mandates in the...
Care for Creation in Illinois
Contact your legislator about Care for Creation here. Last year, Illinois passed legislation – the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act – to lead the state to decarbonization and greater use of clean energy, with an aim to be at 100 percent renewable energy by 2050. While...
HB 4126 – Improvements to the Invest in Kids Scholarship Program
Please call your Illinois State House Representatives to express support for House Bill 4126. The legislation improves the Invest in Kids Scholarship Program. The Invest in Kids Scholarship Program was enacted in 2017 to help children from middle to low income...
Amendment to Health Care Right of Conscience Act Passes IL General Assembly
The Best Possible Education for Our Kids
We work to make their dreams come true.
Protecting Every Life
We support legislative efforts to protect every stage of life.
Marriage and Family Life
We advance policies that promote marriage and strengthen the family.
Catholic Priorities in State Government
We represent the Catholic Church at the Illinois Capitol.
Social Services
We feed the hungry, care for the sick, and help the needy.
Social Justice
We advocate for policies that respect the dignity of immigrants, workers, senior citizens, and low-income individuals and families.
Ad Hoc Committee
Prison and Jail Ministry
CCI coordinates a statewide effort of prison and jail ministry offered through the dioceses. Lay Catholics receive training to offer hope to inmates through the salvation of the Gospel.
