Latest Updates:
Hernandez-backed School Supplies Tax Holiday Begins August 7
As the new school year is about to begin, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is letting her community know about an opportunity for families to save on their school supplies and clothing needs, with a new Back-to-School State Sales Tax Holiday made possible through the most recent state budget.
Vella Reminds Families About Aug. 7 – Aug. 16 Back-to- School State Tax Holiday
With the start of the new school year approaching, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Loves Park, is encouraging parents to take advantage of the Back-to-School State Tax Holiday on school supplies, clothing, shoes and other items over a 10-day period, starting this Friday, Aug. 7 through Aug. 14.
Lilly Measure Expanding Insurance Coverage for Medically Prescribed Seizure Detection Devices Signed into Law
State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is celebrating the signing of legislation she chief co-sponsored that will expand insurance coverage for medically-prescribed seizure detection devices, ensuring more Illinoisans living with seizure disorders have access to lifesaving technology that can improve safety, support caregivers and provide greater peace of mind for families.
Mussman Establishes Language Equality Acquisition for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind Children Act
State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, sponsored a bill creating early childhood assessment programs to improve language acquisition for children from birth to age 5 who are deaf, hard of hearing or DeafBlind.
MONDAY: Ness Hosts Town Hall in Elgin
ELGIN, Ill. – Encouraging residents from northwest Illinois communities to share their thoughts and stay informed on pending legislation, budget developments and other state issues, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-East Dundee, will host a Town Hall at the Gail Borden Public Library on Monday, Aug. 10, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Faver Dias, Edly-Allen Lead Push for Stronger Data Center Protections
GRAYSLAKE, Ill. – As residents continue raising questions about the proposed hyperscale data center campus planned for Grayslake, State Senator Mary Edly-Allen and State Representative Laura Faver Dias are leading the push to establish statewide protections that would ensure Illinois communities, consumers and natural resources are protected as large-scale data center development continues.
New Chung Law Protects Nurses from Workplace Violence
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Chung, D-Bloomington, is continuing her advocacy for healthcare workers by affirming their ability to report workplace violence to law enforcement.
Mussman Bill Supporting Unhoused Students Becomes Law
CHICAGO – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is creating new opportunities for school districts to provide extended hotel stays for students whose families have lost their housing.
DeLuca’s Will County Road Intersection Safety Measure Signed into Law
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law led by state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, will require the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to conduct a road safety assessment of the 10 most hazardous intersections under state jurisdiction in Will County south of Interstate 80.
West Bills Now Law, Strengthening Public Health and Safety
ROCKFORD, Ill. — Working to improve critical gaps in privacy, public health and public safety, state Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford, is highlighting a series of bills championed through the state legislature this spring that were signed into law by Gov. Pritzker on July 24.
Gong-Gershowitz-Led Landmark Child Social Media Bill Signed into Law
CHICAGO — A bipartisan effort led by state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D- Glenview, that will help parents better protect their children online was signed into law by Gov. Pritzker earlier today.
Ness Appointed to NCSL Women’s Legislative Network Executive Board
CHICAGO – State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, has been selected to join the Women’s Legislative Network Executive Board of NCSL (National Conference of State Legislatures) as an At-Large member for her dedication to public service.
Briel Bill to Increase Safety of Service Animals in Schools
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is better protecting service animals in schools and the students who rely on them with a new law requiring teachers receive service animal training as part of their annual training.
Stuart Condemns Hateful Comment by Madison County Board Chairman, Demands Retraction and Apology
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, released the following statement in response to Madison County Board Chairman Chris Slusser’s dangerous, threatening comment.
Chung’s Transparency in Downcoding Act Becomes Law
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – State Rep. Chung, D-Bloomington, championed a new law requiring more clarity when downcoding insurance claims. This clarity will allow local providers to stay in practice and protect patients from care coverage reductions.
Lilly Highlights Legislation Expanding Access to Seizure Detection Devices
SPRINGFIELD – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, is highlighting the importance of legislation she chief co-sponsored that would expand access to medically-prescribed seizure detection devices, helping improve safety and peace of mind for individuals living with seizure disorders and their families.
Gong-Gershowitz Measure to Protect Seniors from Financial Exploitation Signed into Law
CHICAGO — Seniors will be better protected from potential financial exploitation under a new bipartisan measure led by state Rep. Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, D-Glenview.
Hoffman and Belt Secure State Support to Help Address Regional Flooding Issues
As part of efforts to address regional flooding challenges for at-risk communities, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and state Sen. Christopher Belt, D-Swansea, have secured $3 million in state funds to support Southern Illinois University’s (SIU) Office of Community Engagement as it develops a regional plan to identify and prioritize relevant infrastructure projects.