Latest Updates:
Harper to Continue Advocating for Hair Diversity
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is working to improve access to culturally appropriate and respectful haircare with new legislation that will train hairdressers to better tend to the needs of people of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Scherer Sponsors Smart Reforms to Improve Employee Retirement Plans
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Decatur, is working to improve the economic security of tens of thousands of teachers, public safety workers, and state employees by sponsoring smart reforms to strengthen the state’s retirement systems and help recruit and retain great public service workers.
Un programa de alivio de la deuda médica apoyado por Morris elimina $72 mil millones de dólares en fracturas antiguas para familias
CHICAGO – La deuda médica de 52.000 residentes de Illinois se alivió por una nueva ley de la Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, eliminando una acumulación de $72 millones de dólares que enfrentan las familias trabajadoras y las personas mayores.
Rep. Stuart Elected Vice Chair of Midwestern Higher Education Compact
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — Representative Katie Stuart, D – Edwardsville, was elected as vice chair of the Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC) at their annual meeting in November.
Gordon-Booth to Host Annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast Saturday, Encourages Local Vets to RSVP
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is bringing the community together to recognize Peoria veterans and their families at her 14th annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Laborers’ Local 165 Hall, located at 4509 N. Catalina Dr. in Peoria.
Yang Rohr Erases Over $72 Million in Medical Debt for Illinois under New Program
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, D-Naperville, led the charge on a new statewide program to eliminate $72 million in crushing medical debt affecting more than 52,000 Illinoisans.
LaPointe Passes Dignity in Pay Act, Prioritizes Disability Rights & Uplifting Workers
CHICAGO – Working towards full opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities, State Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, supported transformative legislation during the fall Veto Session that will finally phase out the subminimum wage for workers with disabilities.
Ford Invites Community to Black Friday Wealth Symposium Nov. 29
CHICAGO – State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, is inviting the community to a Black Friday Wealth Symposium – a free, one day event that will feature expert speakers on budgeting, credit, real estate, estate planning, wealth resources and more on Friday Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Harold Washington Cultural Center, located at 4701 S. Martin Luther King Dr. in Chicago.
Rep. Rashid, Community Groups & School Districts Welcome Blueprint to Expand Dual Language Education
BERWYN, IL – State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, D-Bridgeview, the Latino Policy Forum, and public school districts today welcomed the release of a new report that underscores the growing importance of dual language (DL) education in Illinois public schools.
Jiménez Stands with the Community Amid Mass Deportation Threats
CHICAGO, IL – In response to the President-Elect Trump’s alarming threats to declare a national emergency and use military resources for mass deportations, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to safeguarding the rights, dignity, and well- being of Chicago communities, especially those vulnerable and targeted.
Buckner to Hold Public Transit Listening Session
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, will join with state Reps. Matt Hanson, Eva-Dina Delgado, Anna Moeller and Barbara Hernandez to hold a listening session to hear from Illinoisans about their questions and concerns related to Illinois’ public transit system. The People’s Lobby, a group fighting to ensure working people have a voice in major decisions, will be in attendance as well. The event will be held Thursday, Dec. 12, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the Batavia Public Library, on 10 S. Batavia Ave, in Batavia.
Hirschauer-Backed Medical Debt Plan Delivers for Over $72 Million in Relief 52,000 Illinoisans
BATAVIA, Ill. – More than 52,000 Illinois families have had old medical bills wiped out under a new debt relief plan backed by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia.
Avelar-Backed Medical Debt Package Delivers Relief for 52,000 Illinoisans
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – More than 52,000 Illinoisans have had medical debt paid under a law backed by state Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, clearing a backlog of $72 million facing working families and seniors.
Ness-Backed Program Forgives Medical Debt for 52,000Illinoisans
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. – Committed to fighting for the needs of her constituents, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Crystal Lake, helped pass a medical debt relief initiative that has eliminated $72 million in old medical bills for more than 52,000 Illinoisans, with more relief on the way.
Morgan-Backed Initiative Erases Medical Debt for 52,000 Illinoisans
DEERFIELD, Ill. – A medical debt relief initiative backed by state Rep. Bob Morgan, D-Deerfield, has eliminated $72 million in old medical bills for more than 52,000 Illinoisans, with more relief on the way.
Morris-Backed Medical Debt Relief Program Clears $72 Billion in Old Bills for Families
CHICAGO – More than 52,000 Illinoisans have had medical debt paid under a law backed by state Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, clearing a backlog of $72 million facing working families and seniors.
Ammons-Led Program Advancing Health Equity Erases Medical Debt for 52,000 Illinoisans
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – A medical debt relief initiative backed by state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, has eliminated $72 million in old medical bills for more than 52,000 Illinoisans, with more relief on the way.
Rep. Canty Erases Medical Debt Burdens on Working Class Illinoisans
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Tens of thousands of Illinoisans will receive more than $70 million in medical debt relief as a result of a measure passed by state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights.