Illinois State Senator Laura Murphy (center) pictured with task force members Nancy Swanson (left) and Victoria Storm (right).
Licensure Bill SB2243 was signed into law on May 27, 2022 by Governor Pritzker. We would like to thank everyone who supported these efforts!

Champion of Music Therapy Award
Leader Laura Murphy receiving the Champion of Music Therapy Award from IL Government Relations Chair Nancy Swanson
Our Champions of Music Therapy Award Recipients:
Katrina Agnew- Executive Director of Season’s Hospice and Palliative Care, IL
Sylvia Smith-Executive Director for Giant Steps
Susan Ruohonen- Senior Director of Family Services at Lurie Children’s Hospital
Dr. Nina Kraus
For all advocacy questions, please contact Nancy Swanson, MA, MT-BC.