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West Bills Banning Hidden Fees, Price Raising Schemes Now Law
ROCKFORD, Ill. – Major affordability measures cracking down on hidden junk fees and price gouging schemes are now law thanks to the support of state Rep. Maurice West, D-Rockford.
Hirschauer Shares Statement Two Days After The Anniversary of Roe v. Wade Overturn
WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — On the four-year anniversary of Roe v. Wade being overturned, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-West Chicago, issued the following statement on the work she has done in Springfield to protect abortion and reproductive rights across the state of Illinois:
Buckner Cracks Down on Junk Fees, Price Gouging Schemes with New Affordability Laws
CHICAGO — Major affordability measures cracking down on hidden junk fees and price gouging schemes are now law, thanks to the work of state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago.
Yang Rohr Files Legislation to Support Gender Equity in High School Athletics Following IHSA Changes
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – In the wake of the surprise shortening of the Illinois girls’ flag football regular high school season, state Rep. Janet Yang Rohr has introduced legislation requiring the statewide athletic association to conduct an equity impact review when changes are proposed that exacerbate inequities between comparable girls and boys sports teams.
Briel Bills Outlawing Price Raising Schemes Now Law
OTTAWA, Ill. – Major affordability measures cracking down on hidden junk fees and price gouging schemes are now law thanks to the support of state Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa.
State Representative Kimberly Du Buclet Receives National Coalition of 100 Black Women Public Policy Award
CHICAGO —State Rep. Kimberly Du Buclet, D-Chicago, will be honored by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Metropolitan Chapter with its Public Policy Award at the organization’s annual gala on Friday, June 26.
Hoffman, Community Honor Lt. Gregory Jonas with Avenue Designation
CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. – In recognition of the life of Lt. Gregory Jonas, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, and state Sen. Christopher Belt, D-Swansea, joined family, friends and colleagues Monday to officially designate Bond Ave. in Cahokia Heights from S. 43rd St. to S. 47th St. as the “Lt. Gregory Jonas Memorial Avenue.”
Manley Highlights Local Fire and EMS Grants to Support Equipment Purchases
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting a new round of state grants to help fire and EMS departments with small equipment purchases.
DeLaRosa Hosts Free Community Shred Event with Sen. Ellman
LISLE, Ill. – State Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa, D-Lombard, invites her district to participate in a free community shred event, co-hosted with state Sen. Laura Ellman, D-Naperville, on Saturday, June 27, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Manley Sponsors National Hook-Up of Black Women Golf Outing
JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, sponsored the National Hook-Up of Black Women (NHBW) Golf Outing Monday. Rep Manley has been a longtime supporter of the Joliet chapter for many years, and is a sponsor of this event.
Buckner-Backed Comprehensive, Compassionate State Budget Signed into Law
CHICAGO — A state budget focused on affordability is now law thanks to state Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, who helped pass a balanced budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and investing in the resources Washington is trying to slash.
Cassidy Participates in Webinar in Response to Chiles v. Salazar Ruling
CHICAGO, Ill. – Following the contentious aftermath of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Chiles v. Salazar ruling, State Rep. Kelly Cassidy, D-Chicago, is partnering with the American Bar Association (ABA) and the Trevor Project to host a 90-minute webinar addressing new constitutional questions about professional speech, state police powers, and protections for LGBTQ+ youth. This event will be virtual, on Thursday, June 18th at 12pm CT. The webinar will examine the Chiles decision and Colorado state’s legislative response, and how lawyers and lawmakers can similarly address conversion therapy within constitutional constraints.
Mussman-Backed Budget Becomes Law
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — A state budget focused on affordability is now law thanks to state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, who helped pass a balanced budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and offsetting federal funding cuts.
Ammons-Backed Budget Signed Into Law
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — A state budget focused on affordability is now law thanks to state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, who helped pass a balanced budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and investing in the resources Washington is trying to slash.
Mason Demands Removal of Rideshare Sexual Assault Liability Shield from Federal Legislation
GURNEE, Ill. — State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, joins 284 women legislators from 44 states and territories, as well as 128 U.S. Congress members, to demand the removal of Amendment 041 from the BUILD America 250 Act (House Resolution 8870). Amendment 041 would protect rideshare platforms from accountability in cases of sexual assault, overriding state laws that protect drivers and passengers.
Stuart Budget Signed Into Law, Providing Relief and Resources for Working Families
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — A state budget focused on affordability is now law thanks to state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, who helped pass a balanced budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and investing in the resources Washington is trying to slash.
Rep. Rashid On Unlawful ICE Abductions at Bridgeview Courthouse
BERWYN, Ill. — Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview) issued the following statement in response to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers unlawfully detaining three people from the Bridgeview Courthouse, including a mother and minor child, today:
Gabel Highlights Responsible and Compassionate State Budget Plan
As the spring legislative session adjourned, state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, passed a responsible and compassionate state budget that strengthens support for health care, invests more in education, protects critical services and stands up to Washington’s recklessness.