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Aquino announces funding to strengthen literacy programs in 2nd District

Literacy programs in the 2^nd Senate District have been awarded $135,000 to grow and enhance their services, thanks to support from State Senator Omar Aquino.

“The education and literacy programs offered by Erie Neighborhood House and the Association House help Chicagoans gain the skills they need to access key employment and economic opportunities, fostering upward mobility,” said Aquino (D-Chicago). “This much-needed funding will strengthen these opportunities for residents and their families.”

The latest round of funding from Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias includes nearly $22 million for library services and $6 million to support adult, family and workplace literacy programs provided by volunteer organizations, community colleges, school districts and nonprofits. Association House of Chicago and Erie Neighborhood House, located in Aquino’s district, are set to receive a combined $135,000 through the grant program.

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Aquino announces new investments in quantum coming to Humboldt Park

State Senator Omar Aquino joined state leaders and EeroQ Corporation leadership to announce new investments in the company’s quantum headquarters in Chicago’s Humboldt Park community.

“I’m pleased that EeroQ will continue to grow in Humboldt Park, where their quantum facility expansion will house technology development and world-class workers that could make life-changing discoveries,” said Aquino (D-Chicago). “The state of Illinois is making critical investments in the technology of the future with each quantum computing company we support with state-sponsored incentives.”

As part of the state's comprehensive incentive package, EeroQ received an EDGE for Startups tax credit, and has committed to making a $1.1 million investment, creating five new full-time jobs and retaining eight full-time jobs.

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