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Kelly Praises New Metra Station in Morton Grove
CHICAGO — Earlier this month, state Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, attended a ribbon cutting unveiling a brand-new Metra station in Morton Grove. The much-needed updates and improvements were made through state funds secured by Kelly and state Sen. Ram Villivalam, D-Chicago.
Hanson Applauds Announcement of UIC’s New Drug Discovery and Cancer Research Pavilion
MONTGOMERY, Ill. – State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, released the following statement in response to University of Illinois Chicago’s (UIC) funding approval for the new Drug Discovery and Cancer Research Pavilion, made possible by the Illinois General Assembly:...
DeLuca Introduces Plan to Reimburse Local Governments for Storm-related Emergency Relief Spending
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In the wake of severe summer weather that damaged communities throughout the region, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, has introduced legislation to help reimburse impacted municipalities for expenses incurred while providing emergency...
Hoffman Receives Friend of Agriculture Award, Applauds Executive Order to Allow Dyed Diesel, Relieve Fuel Costs
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – Reflecting his support for the state’s agricultural industry, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, has been recognized by the Illinois Farm Bureau with a “Friend of Agriculture” award. “I’m honored to receive this award, and am appreciative of the...
Manley Highlights Union Jobs, Affordable Energy and Worker Protections at IBEW Annual State Conference
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, addressed attendees at the annual state conference for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) on Oct. 7 at Harrah’s Conference Center in Joliet. “For Illinois to succeed, we need to prioritize...
Stuart Backs Executive Order Mitigating Diesel Costs for Farmers
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, supports Gov. JB Pritzker’s swift and meaningful action to address outrageous diesel fuel prices as farmers close out harvest season through an executive order and disaster proclamation.
Vella Hosts Successful Super Shred & Recycling Day
ROCKFORD, Ill. — State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Loves Park, hosted a Super Shred & Recycling Day for constituents to safely disregard documents and reduce waste in their homes in Rockford on Oct. 3rd.
Johnson releases statement supporting diesel relief for farmers
State Representative Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, releases a statement in support of Governor Pritzker’s emergency proclamation to lower diesel prices for farmers during transport:
Manley Speaks at Annual Disability Pride Fest in Joliet
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, joined community members, advocates, families, service providers, and local leaders at Joliet’s second annual Disability Pride Fest on Saturday, Sept. 26, where she delivered remarks recognizing the contributions,...
Chung Leads Effort to Decrease Diesel Costs for Farmers During Harvest Season
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, in tandem with Governor JB Pritzker, announces two new temporary measures to help farmers offset diesel costs by allowing dyed diesel to be used on highways through an executive order and disaster proclamation.
Kelly Law Expands Access for EMS to Transport Patients to Mental Health Facilities
CHICAGO — A new law championed by state Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, will allow emergency medical service (EMS) responders to take patients to the nearest mental health facility if mental health symptoms are the patient’s most critical concern, even if they are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Hernandez Releases Statement on Proposed ‘Text a Physician’ Program
AURORA, Ill. — In response to a recently issued press release by Aurora Mayor John Laesch, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is releasing the following statement on the Text a Physician, or TAP, program:
Manley Hosts Public Transit Field Trip for Seniors
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, brought five constituents from Bolingbrook to downtown Chicago on Friday, Sept. 18, using various modes of public transportation. The group was guided by representatives from Pace, Metra, CTA, and the Northern...
Chung Visits Every College Campus Across the 91st District
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, kicked off this academic year by visiting every college campus in her district, joining existing campus events and hosting her own.
Rep. Rashid on White Supremacist Attack at Palestine Fest
BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. — State Representative Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, issued the following statement regarding the attack on attendees of AMP Chicago’s 4th Annual Palestine Fest:
Hoffman Celebrates Opening of New Playground at Belleville’s Laderman Park
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, joined local leaders for a ribbon cutting Thursday at Belleville’s Laderman Park as community members celebrated the installation of a new playground and other enhancements. “This is a beautiful new playground that...
Deuter Invites Community to Upcoming Mobile DMV
HINSDALE, Ill. —State Rep. Marti Deuter, D-Elmhurst, is inviting community members to take advantage of her upcoming Mobile DMV event in Hinsdale.
Stuart Condemns Federal Revisions Undermining the Integrity of Title IX Protections
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, releases the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Education reinstating Title IX protections implemented in 2020: