About Government Affairs
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In order to impact policy and decision making as it relates to the Jewish community, JUF’s Government Affairs Program develops and maintains working relationships with key government officials.What’s New @ Government Affairs?
Important legislation is moving in our state and national capitols.
- SPRINGFIELD: The Government Affairs Committee visited the State Capitol on APril 9 - 10, joining Springfield based staff in lobbying for our 2008 public policy and funding agenda. Concern was expressed for State governement's reliance on community-based non-profit organizations for delivering human services. Many local providers are closing their doors or no longer accepting state grants and contracts, due to state underfunding. April 18th is the 3rd Reading deadline in the chamber of origin, and thereafter appropriations issues will dominate the attention of the General Assembly through its scheduled May 30th adjournment. For more information on the state legislature's activities, contact the Springfield Office at 217-753-1010.
- WASHINGTON: Congress returns from its spring recess on March 31st, and is continuing to work on a number of fiscal matters, including the budget process and the economy. The Jewish Federation continues to urge Congress to increase the federal matching rate for the Medicaid Program. Also, we are pleased to invite you to our annual Washington, DC mission on May 13 and 14. The planned agenda is every exciting, with opportunities to meet Representatives, Senators, and a special briefing with White House staff. If you are interested in attending this exciting event, please fill out the application (PDF) and send it to Kevin Rachlin at 202-466-7092. If you have any questions regarding the mission, please e-mail Kevin at KevinRachlin@juf.org. For more information on the current events in Congress, contact the Washington office at 202-466-7090.
What We Do
- Work with health and human service organizations to develop partnerships and alliances that benefit the Jewish community
- Orchestrate and present legislative initiatives on behalf of vulnerable populations in Chicago
- Collaborate with JCRC on community relations and international issues
- Promote public-private partnerships to strengthen combined advocacy
