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Manley Attends District 86 School Board Meeting
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, attended the Joliet Public Schools Board Meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at Lynne Thigpen Elementary School. The meeting included a public hearing on the tentative FY26-27 budget, which was adopted by the board, as...
Ryan to Partner with Nicor Gas, Local Officials for a Community Connection Resource Fair this Wednesday
EVERGREEN PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, is partnering with Nicor Gas, Cook County Commissioner Dr. Kisha McCaskill and the Village of Alsip to host a free Community Connection Resource Fair at the Worth Township Hall Gymnasium at 11601 S. Pulaski Rd. in Alsip this Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Stuart Releases Statement Supporting Federal Combating Illicit Xylazine Act
State Representative Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville releases a statement supporting the federal Combating Illicit Xylazine Act and calls on the Illinois House to pass Senate Bill 1773:
After a Summer of Mass Shootings, Law Enforcement Asks State to Renew Ballistics Fudning for Public Safety Agencies
Rep. Rita Mayfield, chair of the Illinois House Appropriations Public Safety Committee, said dozens of law enforcement agencies have contacted her to express support for House Bills 5750 and 5751, legislation that would provide $4 million for a critical state program to analyze cartridge casings recovered at crime scenes and casings recovered from crime guns.
Hanson Recognizes Rail Safety Week and Encourages Year-Round Rail Safety Practices
MONTGOMERY, Ill. – State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, encourages his community and communities across Illinois to use Rail Safety Week (September 21-27) as an opportunity to learn more about rail safety and share important information with friends, family, and...
Ness to Launch 6th Annual Diaper Drive Oct. 21
EAST DUNDEE, Ill. – State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-East Dundee, will launch her 6th Annual Diaper Drive on Oct. 21 through Oct. 30 to support families and hometown food pantries across northwest Illinois communities. “Our annual diaper drive collects the most essential...
Ness Highlights Local Food Infrastructure Funding for Kane, McHenry Counties
EAST DUNDEE, Ill. – Improving support for small businesses including farms, processing facilities and food hubs across Kane and McHenry counties, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-East Dundee, is highlighting $287,543 awarded through the Illinois Department of Agriculture's...
Stuart Supports Student Journalists, Free Speech
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, released the following statement supporting The Alestle, the student newspaper at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, and its student journalists:
Kelly Strengthens Accountability for First Responders, Prioritizing Best Patient Care Tactics
CHICAGO— Legislation revamping the investigative process for field errors made by first responders is now law thanks to state Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago. The new review system modernizes accidental and intentional error evaluation, creates a more experienced review board and ensures that, above all else, first responders are prioritizing patient care.
Kelly Honors First Responders, Highlights Confidential Mental Health Support
CHICAGO— State Representative and Chicago Fire Department Lieutenant Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, is ensuring first responders can receive confidential mental health support from their peers while creating new protections for “critical incident stress management” (CISM) communications. This is especially poignant on Patriot Day, remembering and honoring the service members who courageously responded to terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
Dixon Heitman Honors Lives Lost in September 11, 2001 Attacks on the 25th Anniversary
PLAINFIELD, Ill. — State Representative Jessica Dixon Heitman, D-Plainfield, released the following statement reflecting on the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001:
Mussman Reflects On the Tragedies On and Following September 11, 2001
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, released the following statement in remembrance of the courage demonstrated and lives lost on September 11, 2001:
Stuart Remembers the Lives Lost on September 11, 2001
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill.— State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, released the following statement reflecting on the 25th anniversary since the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001:
Hirschauer Bill Strengthening Orders of Protections Now Law
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — Legislation strengthening orders of protections so abusers can’t access confiscated firearms is now law thanks to the work of state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-West Chicago.
Davis Invests in the Next Generation Through Illinois State Fair Trip
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, recently brought children from her district to the Illinois State Fair, providing them with an opportunity to experience a cherished Illinois tradition while strengthening community connections.
Briel Secures Local Arts Funding for Illinois Valley Hubs
OTTAWA, Ill. – A handful of Illinois Valley educational spaces and community spots will receive new investments secured through this year’s state budget by state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, to strengthen and restore local art hubs catering to children, students...
Johnson Releases Statement Condemning Federal Proposal to End Workforce Demographic Reporting
Rock Island, Ill. – State Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, releases a statement in response to the federal government initiating a proposal to end workforce demographic reporting:
Canty to Hold Fall-Themed ‘Chat with Canty’ Open Houses
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, is holding three ‘Chat with Canty’ open house events at her district office this fall to hear about the priorities most important to her community.