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Manley Secures Funding, Cuts Ribbon for New, Fully- Accessible ‘Miracle Field’ at Romeo Crossing Park
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, joined Romeoville Mayor John Noak for the grand opening of the Romeo Crossing Community Park, which includes a fully-accessible “Miracle Field.” It is the only lit miracle field in Illinois.
Stuart Responds to ICE Presence in Collinsville
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, released the following statement following reports of a Collinsville teenager being detained by Immigration and Custom Enforcement agents earlier this week. “Like many in our community, I am shocked and...
Briel-expanded Sami’s Law for Illinois Children, Adults with Disabilities Hits Governor’s Desk
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – An effort led by state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, to expand Sami’s Law and ensure future public buildings have accommodations in handicap stalls for Illinois children and adults with disabilities, is now headed to Gov. JB Pritzker for final approval.
Rep. Rashid Secures $1 Million to Replace Lead Water Pipes in 21st District
BERWYN, Ill. — Today, Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview) announced that he secured more than $1 million in capital funding for the replacement of lead water lines in his district. The funding will go to the city of Berwyn and the villages of Riverside, La Grange Park, Brookfield, and Summit.
Briel Rounds out Second Year Sending Series of Bills to Governor Pritzker
Wrapping up her second spring legislative session, state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is highlighting a slew of bills championed through House and Senate chambers that now await governor consideration before being signed into law.
Ness Sends Series of Bills to Governor’s Desk
On the heels of last week’s legislative session adjournment, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, is highlighting a series of bills passing both chambers, landing on Gov. JB Pritzker’s desk for consideration to be signed into law.
Stuart Bill Preventing Senior Financial Fraud Awaits Governor Approval
State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is sending legislation to the governor’s desk creating new guardrails against financial fraud and physical abuse, commonly experienced in tandem by seniors.
DeLaRosa Reflects on Successful Spring Legislative Session
State Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa, D-Lombard, wraps up this year’s spring legislative session by passing significant reforms to provide relief for working families and build a brighter future for Illinois.
Hoffman Backs Ticket Marketplace Consumer Protections, Looks to Curb Prevalence of ‘Ghost Tickets’ and Bot Farms
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is aiming to make online ticket marketplaces better for consumers, supporting efforts to prohibit the practice of “ghost tickets” and cracking down on the use of automated bot farms that limit ticket availability and drive up prices.
Gabel Sends Major Affordability Initiatives to Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Fighting to restore affordability for Illinois households, state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, is advancing a series of bills to the governor’s desk cutting costs on everyday purchases and utilities, banning gimmicks that raise prices and requiring businesses to fairly compensate consumers.
Manley Congratulates City of Crest Hill, Honoring Lidice Memorial
CREST HILL, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, congratulates the City of Crest Hill on the 84th anniversary of the Lidice Memorial, commemorating the 1942 total annihilation of the Village of Lidice, in Czechoslovakia by Adolf Hitler.
Gong-Gershowitz, Sen. Preston Pass Landmark Online Child Safety Bill
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure—sponsored by state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview, and state Sen.Willie Preston, D-Chicago—that would help parents better protect children online passed both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly and awaits Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s signature.
Hanson Invites Community to End-of-Session Town Hall, Co-Hosted with Senator Holmes
MONTGOMERY, Ill. — State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, is co-hosting an end-of-session community town hall with state Senator Linda Holmes on Monday, June 15 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m at the Geneva Public Library.
Blair-Sherlock Backs Responsible State Budget, Passes Important Reforms
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, concludes this year’s spring legislative session by helping pass a fiscally and socially responsible state budget, along with championing major legislation.
Gordon-Booth Passes Comprehensive, Balanced Budget
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, has helped pass another smart, balanced budget, preserving the support Illinoisans need without any additional taxes on working class families.
Grasse Releases Statement on the Chicago Bears Development
State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, released the following statement on the Chicago Bears’ Board of Directors vote to advance development in Hammond, Indiana:
Speaker Welch Statement on Chicago Bears
WESTCHESTER, Ill. — House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch released the following statement Friday:
Meyers-Martin Highlights Session Work Addressing Affordability, Responsible Budget
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin, D-Olympia Fields, backed a responsible and compassionate state budget Monday, capping off a spring legislative session focused on addressing affordability for local families.