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Lilly Passes Compassionate Budget, Key Measures
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, passed various pieces of legislation and a balanced state budget that prioritized the welfare of all Illinois residents as she wrapped up an efficient legislative session.
Harper Passes Measure that Encourages Better Health Outcomes
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – A huge proponent of advancing equity in Illinois, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is ensuring that Illinoisans have access to treatments that promote better health outcomes.
Rep. Gregg Johnson Fights for Fair Pay, Passes Prevailing Wage Measure
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure backed by state Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, to strengthen prevailing wage rules and ensure workers receive the correct pay is one step closer to becoming law.
Buckner Cracks Down on Accumulated Cold Cases, Reforms for Transparency and Accountability
CHICAGO – A public safety measure championed by state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, will help track unsolved murders and cut back on incidents that get relegated to ‘cold case’ status without sufficient investigation.
Harper Extends a Key Task Force whose Mission is to Improve the Lives of Black Immigrants
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – Continuing her commitment to improving the well-being of Black immigrants, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is ensuring that a key task force is provided with the necessary resources to achieve its goal of making sure Black immigrants—often not given a seat at the table during immigration discussions—flourish.
Canty Leads Effort to Streamline and Clarify Childcare Licensing Standards
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — As another step forward for families in Illinois, state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, is streamlining and clarifying educational standards for getting a childcare license.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Backs AI Healthcare Reform Bill to Crack Down on Phony Mental Health Practices
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to ensure Illinoisans seeking behavioral healthcare are protected from unlicensed providers, including deceptive artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, championed a measure cracking down on phony and unqualified mental health caregivers.
Hoffman Invites Residents to Check for Unclaimed Cash at Upcoming I-CASH Event July 16
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, will welcome representatives from the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office to help area residents claim lost funds at an I-CASH event scheduled for Wednesday, July 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Belleville City Hall.
Rep. Mason Leads Measure to Ensure Food Safety, Public Health for Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new measure led by state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, continues her commitment to public health by ensuring that Illinois catfish are processed safely and inspected thoroughly before being cleared for sale on the open market and human consumption.
Jones Mandates Coverage for Peripheral Artery Disease, Expanding Screenings for Marginalized Populations
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, passed Senate Bill 1418 out of the House on Thursday, legislation expanding coverage for lifesaving screenings for Peripheral Artery Disease, a condition impacting 21 million Americans annually and disproportionately Black and Hispanic populations.
Rep. Gregg Johnson Fights for Stronger Anti-Human Trafficking Enforcement
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new measure led by state Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, will strengthen public safety by stepping up enforcement of anti-human trafficking protections at hotels.
Morris Passes Measures that Improve Access to Care for Patients
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Yolanda Morris, D-Chicago, a former Certified Nursing Assistant and huge proponent of improving healthcare, spearheaded two key bills that promote fairness and encourage growth for healthcare professionals while improving access to care and protecting patients in Illinois.
Syed Backs AI Healthcare Reform Bill to Secure High- Quality Mental Healthcare for All Illinoisans
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to ensure Illinoisans seeking behavioral healthcare are protected from unlicensed providers including deceptive artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, state Rep.Nabeela Syed, D-Inverness, championed a bicameral measure safeguarding consumers seeking therapy or psychotherapy from those unqualified.
Rep. Rick Ryan Ends Legislative Session with Lean Balanced Budget, Cuts to Property Taxes, Lower-Cost Prescription Drugs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, finished a productive spring by helping to pass a responsible budget that cuts bureaucracy to better support investments in classrooms, public safety and other family priorities.
Canty Helps Pass Groundbreaking Measures for Safe Gun Storage, Tracking Lost Firearms
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, helped pass measures to keep guns out of the wrong hands, protect children from accidental shootings and track lost and stolen firearms.
Manley Initiative Cracks Down on Pharmacy Benefit Managers, Lowers Prescription Drug Costs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to lower prescription drug prices and limit predatory practices costing consumers, Chairperson of the Health Care Availability & Accessibility Committee, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, led a measure pushing new regulations for pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to reign in skyrocketing prescription drug costs and uplift local pharmacies.
Gill Measure to Expand Access to Alzheimer’s Treatment Signed by Governor
CHICAGO – A measure led by state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, to further require health insurance providers to cover medication that slows the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease and other related dementias was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker Monday.
Rep. Gregg Johnson Announces $500,000 Grant to Moline Regional Community Foundation
EAST MOLINE, Ill. – State Representative Gregg Johnson, D-East Moline, is proud to announce a $500,000 grant appropriation to the Moline Regional Community Foundation (MRCF), made possible through the Illinois Department of Human Services and appropriated from the state’s General Revenue Fund. This funding will support violence prevention, youth employment and badly-needed operational expenses for nonprofit organizations serving communities throughout the 72nd District.