Ben Schwarm, Author at Illinois Chiropractic Society

GENERAL ASSEMBLY WRAPS UP 2026 SPRING SESSION

Posted by Greg Farr | Jun 3, 2026 | Featured, ICS Message, Legislative, SpeakUp!, zall | 0 |

Illinois lawmakers passed the FY2027 budget after a marathon session. ICS drove key wins on exams, patient rights, and workers’ comp while shaping multiple bills now heading to the Governor.

Illinois General Assembly Enters Final Weeks

Posted by Greg Farr | May 20, 2026 | ICS Message, Legislative, SpeakUp!, zall | 0 |

As Illinois nears session end, major healthcare and policy decisions are unfolding fast. Get the latest on key bills, reimbursement protections, and how ICS is advocating for your practice.

Protecting Chiropractic Physicians Before Key Votes

Posted by Ben Schwarm | Apr 8, 2026 | ICS Message, Legislative, SpeakUp!, Videos, zall | 0 |

Spring session hits a critical midpoint as key deadlines approach. ICS is at the Capitol daily, reviewing bills and protecting chiropractic physicians while legislation advances through both chambers.

Illinois Legislature Heads Into Spring Break

Posted by Ben Schwarm | Apr 8, 2026 | ICS Message, Insurance, Legislative, Medicare and Medicaid, SpeakUp!, zall | 0 |

Spring break pauses a busy Illinois session. The ICS advances key legislation, defends chiropractic physicians, and tracks impactful bills as momentum builds toward a critical May 31 adjournment.

Illinois Legislature Working in Spring Session

Posted by Ben Schwarm | Mar 11, 2026 | ICS Message, Legislative, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

As the Illinois General Assembly’s second-year session unfolds, ICS is tracking thousands of bills and advocating at the Capitol to protect chiropractic physicians while pushing provider non-discrimination and fair practice laws.

ICS Goes to Capitol Hill (2026)

Posted by Ben Schwarm | Feb 4, 2026 | ICS Message, Legislative, Medicare and Medicaid, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

ICS leaders took chiropractic physicians’ priorities to Capitol Hill, advocating for expanded Medicare coverage. With momentum building, now is the time for physicians to urge lawmakers to support this critical legislation!

New Laws For 2026 May Impact Chiropractic Practices

Posted by Ben Schwarm | Jan 7, 2026 | ICS Message, Legislative, Practice Management, zall | 0 |

New Illinois laws effective Jan 1, 2026 impact chiropractic physicians: volunteer licenses, nonopioid care awareness, CME simulation credit, tax changes on supplements, employer rules, and insurance updates.

Illinois Legislature Concludes Fall Veto Session

Posted by Ben Schwarm | Nov 12, 2025 | ICS Message, Legislative, zall | 0 |

Illinois lawmakers wrapped up the 2025 Fall Veto Session after late-night debates on healthcare, immigration, and workplace privacy. New laws address vaccine access, end-of-life options, and employer compliance.