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Stuart Highlights Open Application for Small Equipment Grant Program
Collinsville, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is highlighting the open application for the small equipment grant program for local fire departments and not-for-profit ambulance services.
Manley Cracks Down on Corruption, Helps Pass Ethics Reform Legislation
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – To ensure that state government is working as effectively as possible, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, helped pass legislation last week that would place additional restrictions and oversight on elected officials and political insiders.
Hernandez to Collect Diapers for National Diaper Needs Awareness Week
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Hernandez, is hosting a diaper drive from Monday, Sept. 27 through Oct. 3 to benefit local families in need.
Hirschauer Recognizes Suicide Prevention Month
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – To raise awareness for Suicide Prevention Month, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is highlighting resources for those struggling with their mental health. “Mental health emergencies affect all people, regardless of income, race, gender or...
Yang Rohr-Sponsored Law Aims to Help Disabled Individuals Access Essential Resources
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – A new law passed by state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, will make acquiring assistive technology devices and services needed by people with disabilities easier for government entities.
Stuart, Crowe to Host Free Shredding Event
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To provide residents with secure options to dispose of old documents with personal information, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, and state Sen. Rachelle Crowe, D-Glen Carbon, are teaming up to host a free paper shredding event on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 9 a.m. to noon at Granite City High School, located at 3101 Madison Ave. in Granite City.
Yingling Works to Protect the Environment, Pass Clean Energy Legislation
ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – As part of his continued commitment to protecting the environment, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, helped pass comprehensive, bipartisan legislation that sets the path for an 100 percent clean energy future in Illinois. ...
Vella-Backed Legislation Supporting Rights of Correctional Officers Signed into Law
ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his support for law enforcement officers, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, voted to pass legislation that was signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker that protects the rights of correctional officers who have sought mental health treatment to own firearms.
Hirschauer Sponsored Law Improves Accessibility to Mental Health Care
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – To increase access to vital mental health services, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, sponsored a new law to expand insurance coverage for mental health services.
Williams Applauds Historic Signing of Nation-Leading Climate Legislation into Law
Today, I was honored to participate in the bill signing of the long-awaited clean energy package, a comprehensive nation-leading climate bill that will put Illinois communities and consumers first.
LaPointe Backs Energy and Environment Package, Highlights Efforts to Close Heavy Polluters and Protect Consumers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois confirmed its commitment to a clean energy future with the passage of Senate Bill 2408 that was signed Wednesday by Gov. J.B. Pritzker. This historic legislation includes numerous provisions to end Illinois’ reliance on fossil fuels and transition to 100% clean energy by 2050.
Vella Helps Pass Comprehensive Ethics Reform Package
ROCKFORD, Ill. – In order to ensure that elected officials are working in the best interests of their constituents, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, helped pass an ethics reform bill that cracks down on corrupt government practices and increases transparency and oversight of politicians and political insiders.
Yang Rohr Invites Community Members to Monthly Coffee and Conversation Event
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – As part of her ongoing efforts to remain accessible to her constituents, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, is hosting her monthly ‘Coffee and Conversation’ event on Saturday, Sep. 25 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. via Zoom.
Mason Backed Law Holds Health Insurers Accountable, Expands Access to Care
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, co-sponsored legislation recently signed into law to reduce authorization delays and denials of medically necessary procedures as part of her work to hold insurance companies accountable.
Cassidy Introduces TExAS Act, Creates New Civil Penalties on Rapists and Abusers
CHICAGO – Today, State Rep. Kelly Cassidy, D-Chicago, filed HB 4146, the TExAS Act (The Expanding Abortion Services Act). The TExAS Act seeks to affirm the steps Illinois has taken to ensure that our state remains a place where the full range of reproductive health services are available and accessible to all people, including those forced to travel out of state from jurisdictions seeking to restrict access to abortion and other reproductive health care.
Speaker Welch’s Statement on Senate Passage of Energy Proposal
“With the Senate’s passage of this comprehensive energy proposal, the Illinois legislature has positioned our state as a national leader for clean energy policies,” said House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch.
Avelar Highlights Continued Availability of Rental Assistance
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – To help keep local families in their homes, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is highlighting the continued availability of rental assistance through the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS).
Harper Backs Landmark Energy Package, Highlights Work to Combat Climate Change
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois took a significant step toward a healthier future Thursday following passage of an energy plan supported by state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, that will shutter dirty fossil fuel power plants, strengthen consumer protections and diversify our energy economy.