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Canty Responds to Trump Administration Freeze of Funding for Vital Childcare Assistance Programs
State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, issued this statement in response to the Trump Administration’s partisan freeze of vital funding for childcare services in five Democratic-led states, including more than $1 billion in Illinois:
Briel Highlights $24M Workforce Grant, Encourages Local Colleges to Apply
Select community colleges around Illinois are eligible to apply for a new grant highlighted by state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, that will fund advanced workforce training facilities to equip local students for high-demand jobs like manufacturing and clean energy production.
Ryan to Host Community Job and Resources Fair
State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, is hosting a job and resource fair on Thursday, January 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Worth Township Hall Gymnasium,
Rep. Andrade Assumes Vice Chair Position in Labor & Commerce Committee
CHICAGO – Reflecting his commitment to labor rights, better working conditions and union representation, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, was appointed as Vice-Chair to the Labor & Commerce Committee.
Ryan-Backed Transit Reform Law Aims to Make Buses and Trains Safer, Efficient, and Reliable
CHICAGO – Buses and trains will be safer, more reliable, and more efficiently managed under
a major transit reform package law passed by Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park.
Vella-Backed Law Delivers Major Investment in Affordable Transit for Northwest Illinois Communities
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Nearly $150 million in new funding for downstate communities will expand access to affordable, reliable public transit options in the Rockford area under a major transportation reform law passed by state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford.
Hirschauer Responds to Devastating Funding Cuts to West Chicago Schools, Programs, Social Services
WEST CHICAGO — State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is responding to recent news that the federal administration will halt tens of millions of dollars in grants set aside to strengthen schools in low-income communities, including District 33 in West Chicago.
Scherer-Backed Law Delivers Major Investment in Affordable Transit for Downstate Communities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Nearly $150 million in new funding for downstate communities will expand access to affordable, reliable public transit options under a major transportation reform law passed by state Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur.
IL State Rep. DuBuclet Backed Transit Reform Law Delivers Safer, More Reliable Public Transportation Across Illinois
CHICAGO – Illinois commuters will soon see safer, more reliable, and more efficiently managed public transportation under a sweeping transit reform law backed by State Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet, D-Chicago.
Buckner Introduces Bill Protecting Consumers from Hidden Online Price Increases
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, is prioritizing affordability with new legislation targeting “surveillance pricing,” a growing practice where online businesses and retailers set individualized prices using algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI) without the consumer’s knowledge.
Jiménez-Backed Transit Reforms to Improve Rider Experience and Safety Signed into Law
CHICAGO – On Tuesday, a major transit reform package law supported by Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, to make buses and trains safer, more reliable, and more efficiently managed was signed into law.
Faver Dias-Backed Transit Reform Law Aims to Make Buses and Trains Safer, Efficient, and Reliable
CHICAGO – Buses and trains will be safer, more reliable, and more efficiently managed under a major transit reform package law passed by Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake.
Deuter-backed Transit Reform Signed into Law, Aims to Make Local Trains and Buses More Reliable
WESTMONT, Ill. – Emphasizing the impact public transit has on the region’s economy, state Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst, supported a comprehensive plan to create a safer, more reliable and better managed public transit network that area residents can depend on.
State Rep. Larry Walsh Jr. Celebrates Expansion of Senior Property Tax Relief
SPRINGFIELD, ILL. – On Monday, Governor JB Pritzker signed SB 0642, a property tax relief bill, into law. This bill will improve the current Illinois Senior Property Tax Freeze Program. The bill increases the income cap from $65,000 to $75,000 for 2026, $77,000 for 2027, and $79,000 for 2028.
Johnson-Backed Law Delivers Major Investment in Affordable Transit for Downstate Communities
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – Nearly $150 million in new funding for downstate communities will expand access to affordable, reliable public transit options in Central Illinois under a major transportation reform law passed by state Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island.
Harper-Backed Transit Reform Law Aims to Make Buses and Trains Safer, Efficient, and Reliable
CHICAGO – Buses and trains will be safer, more reliable, and more efficiently managed under a major transit reform package law passed by Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago.
Chung-Backed Law Delivers Accessible and Affordable Transit for the 91st District
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, has secured nearly $150 million in new funding for downstate communities to expand access to affordable, reliable public transit options in Central Illinois in the transit package signed into law Tuesday. This funding will further enhance the efficacy of the Downstate Operating Assistance Program and Office of Intermodal Project Implementation, and expand public transit across the communities in the 91st district.
Will Davis-Backed Transit Reform Law Aims to Make Buses and Trains Safer, Efficient and Reliable
CHICAGO – Buses and trains will be safer, more reliable and more efficiently managed under a major transit reform package law passed by state Rep. Will Davis, D-Homewood.