Latest Updates:
Manley Appointed to Legislative Audit Commission, Tapping CPA Experience
As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) working in the accounting field for nearly three decades, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, will serve on the state’s Legislative Audit Commission (LAC), a select group of legislators to lead public hearings on major audits of state agencies to review performance, correct outstanding issues and ensure public dollars are being spent appropriately for Illinois residents.
Chung Condemns Attack on Free Speech
State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, recently spoke on the House floor in support of a resolution condemning the Trump administration’s attack on free speech and the press.
Harper Plan to Study Food Deserts and Increase Food Accessibility Passes Both Chambers
State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is fighting to expand access to fresh, nutritious food in vulnerable communities by passing a bill that encourages innovative approaches to addressing food deserts.
Harper-Supported Transit Package Aims to Boost Reliability and Access in Public Transit
State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, supported legislation to strengthen public transit across Illinois and Chicago, ultimately creating jobs, supporting riders, and driving economic growth.
Ryan Fights for Reliable Transit and Fair Energy Cost
State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, final week of the fall legislative session, has played a key role in advancing major legislation aimed at cutting energy costs and strengthening public transit.
Briel Celebrates Illinois Support of Human Trafficking Survivors, Highlights Policy Work
OTTAWA, Ill.—State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is applauding recent news that Illinois received an ‘A’ rating for its support provided to human trafficking survivors, while highlighting a bill she recently passed that ensures prospective foster or adoptive parents would not receive placement if background checks revealed human or sex trafficking convictions.
Briel Bill Seeks to Lower Energy and Utility Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Amy ‘Murri’ Briel, D-Ottawa, passed comprehensive legislation Wednesday evening that seeks to bring down home energy bills both immediately and in the long term for residents, while holding large utility corporations accountable.
Briel Forms Council to Develop Policy and Connect Resources for Neurodivergent Community
OTTAWA, Ill.—State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, will kick off her newly formed Neurodiversity Council November 15 for residents in Dekalb and LaSalle counties to connect them with other community members, resources, and discuss how policy could better reflect the needs of those on the spectrum.
Chung Supports Affordability Efforts in Veto Session
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, focusing on legislation that makes life better for all in her community, helped pass a series of measures from expanding mental health care coverage to protecting seniors’ property tax relief.
Vella Pass Property Tax to Give Relief to Seniors
ROCKFORD, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed legislation aimed at expanding property tax relief for Illinois’ older residents on fixed income. This bill provides new options for paying delinquent taxes and increases the income eligibility limits for senior-focused tax relief programs.
Morris Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of-Living Issues, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— Affordable public transit, relief from rising costs, and new protections safeguarding Illinoisans’ due process rights were top priorities for state Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, during a highly productive fall session focused on making life easier for working people and seniors.
Gill Responds to SNAP Cuts, Commends $20M Transfer of State Reserve Funds to Food Pantries Statewide
CHICAGO, Ill. – Smart fiscal tools included in this year’s budget by state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, are helping to defend food security for Illinois’ most vulnerable citizens, even as Washington dysfunction threatens this vital lifeline.
Vella Passes Major Energy Reform to Lower
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, passed comprehensive legislation Wednesday evening that seeks to bring down home energy bills both immediately and in the long term for residents, while holding large utility corporations accountable.
Harper Backs Efforts to Reduce Home Energy Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, passed comprehensive legislation to ease rising energy costs for Illinois families and reduce home energy bills both now and in the future.
Hirschauer Backs Climate Smart Measure Aimed to Cut Utility Costs
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, passed comprehensive legislation Oct. 30 that seeks to bring down home energy bills both immediately and in the long term for residents, while being advantageous to our environment.
Andrade Pushes Back on Trump’s ICE Raids
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is pushing back on the inhumane “Operation Midway Blitz” by backing legislation to prevent certain federal immigration
operations in designated areas including hospitals, daycares, courthouses and college campuses.
Grasse Dignity-in-Dying Measure Headed to Gov. Pritzker’s Desk
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure sponsored by state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, that would allow terminally-ill adults with decision-making capacity to request and receive medical aid in dying (MAID) has been passed by the Illinois legislature and been sent to Gov. Pritzker for his approval.
Davis-Backed Clean Slate Act Streamlines Record Sealing and Expands Second Chances
CHICAGO — The Clean Slate Act, championed by state Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, will automatically seal minor criminal offenses once they become eligible, eliminating costly red tape that has long stood in the way of rehabilitation for thousands of residents throughout the state.