Illinois-Israel Cooperation - Jewish Virtual Library
Illinois is one of 33 states that have cooperative agreements with Israel. In 2023, Illinois exported more than $216 million worth of manufacturing goods to Israel. Since 1996, Illinois’s exports to …
Illinois becomes first state to list companies banned due to BDS
Mar 20, 2016 · WASHINGTON — An Illinois state agency named 11 companies barred from doing business with the state for boycotting Israel or its settlements, the first such designation …
Illinois buys $10M in Israel bonds to support the nation due to ...
Oct 12, 2023 · SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) — The state of Illinois will buy an additional $10 million in Israel Bonds as a way to help the Jewish state in the wake of an “unprovoked, …
Frerichs announces $10 million state investment in Israel Bonds
Oct 12, 2023 · SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs has announced that his office will invest $10 million in Israel in response to Hamas’ attack on the country last …
Kosher Bill Passes in Illinois After Over Two Years of Advocacy
Jan 10, 2025 · ILLINOIS (VINnews) — After more than two years of dedicated advocacy, Agudath Israel of Illinois (AIOI) has successfully championed the passage of SB457, a significant piece …
UI invested $27 million in companies linked to war in Gaza in 2023
Jun 11, 2024 · For 13 days last semester, pro-Palestine supporters set up encampments — first at Alma Mater, then on the Main Quad — to demand the University cut ties with companies …
Illinois legislators meet with nonprofits, Ukrainian refugees, …
Sep 12, 2023 · Members of the Illinois House of Representatives are hailing a recent working trip to Israel as an indication of the strength of ties between the Midwestern state and Israel, and …
Illinois Passes Anti-BDS Bill - Tablet Magazine
May 20, 2015 · Illinois lawmakers unanimously approved a bill on Monday to boycott companies that boycott Israel. The measure prevents Illinois pension funds from investing in foreign firms …
Illinois ups investment in Israel as student groups continue protests
May 13, 2024 · While student protesters have called for divestment from Israel, state governments including Illinois have increased their investment during the Israel-Hamas War. Since the …
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