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Kelly Backs Legislation to Lower Costs, Improve Transit Efficiency, Implement Immigration Raid Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Focused on addressing issues facing families, state Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, supported a veto session agenda this week that will lower energy costs, reform public transportation and implement safeguards related to immigration raids.
Ammons Advances Bills Prioritizing Accessibility and Affordability
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Accessibility and affordability were the goals during fall session for state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, which was accomplished with her support on a series of legislation that will uplift Illinoisans locally and statewide.
Hoffman Joins Groundbreaking of New Venice Grocery Store, Emphasizes Need to Eliminate Food Deserts
VENICE, Ill. – State Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, joined Gov. J.B. Pritzker, state Sen. Christopher Belt, D- Swansea, and community leaders this week to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new state- and privately-backed grocery store in Venice that will expand access to fresh, affordable food for area residents.
Hirschauer Backs Landmark Bill to Protect Immigrant Families and Uphold Constitutional Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-West Chicago, passed a sweeping civil rights and community-protection bill last Friday to safeguard immigrant families and defend due process in the face of escalating immigration enforcement actions.
Stuart Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of- Living Issues for Working Families and Older Adults, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— Affordable public transit, relief from rising costs, and new protections safeguarding Illinoisans’ due process rights were top priorities for state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, during a highly productive fall session focused on making life easier for working people and seniors.
Davis Works to Improve Day-to-Day Lives in Veto Session
CHICAGO, Ill — In her first fall veto session, state Rep. Lisa Davis, D-Chicago, advocated for lowering costs, strengthening protections for communities affected by immigration violence and refining accessible transit for Chicagoans through a series of transformative legislation she helped pass.
Grasse Backs Legislation to Lower Costs, Improve Transit Efficiency, Implement Immigration Raid Protections
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Focused on addressing issues facing families, state Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, supported a veto session agenda this week that will lower energy costs, reform public transportation and implement safeguards related to immigration raids.
Lilly-Backed Transit Plan Targets Improved Reliability and Access
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, backed legislation to strengthen public transit across Illinois and Chicago, creating jobs, improving service for riders, and boosting economic growth.
Andrade Backs Legislation Improving Local Public Transit
CHICAGO, Ill. – Continuing his steadfast fight for public transit reform and responsible development, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, passes legislation to make trains and buses safer and more reliable and ensure transit is optimized for riders.
Hernandez Passes Measure Pushing Back Against “Operation Midway Blitz” Operations
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Illinois communities continue to push back against violent, inhumane immigration enforcement actions by federal officials, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D- Cicero, backed measures to prevent certain operations at or near courthouses and add safeguards for undocumented people at hospitals, daycares and on college campuses.
Crawford Backs Measure Fully Funding and Reforming Public Transit
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, helped pass a transformative public transit plan that will improve the rider experience for millions across Chicagoland.
Lisa Hernandez Passes Cost-Saving Utilities, Protects Taxpayer Dollars
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to provide more relief to Illinoisans facing rising energy costs, state Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, passed reforms last Wednesday that seek to bring down home energy bills.
Hernandez-Backed Transit Package Streamlines, Grows and Reforms Public Transit
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, aided in the passage of a major transit reform package through the House last week to restructure Illinois’ transit and prioritize safety, reliability, and responsible governance.
Mayfield Advances Major Initiatives Addressing Cost-of-Living Issues for Working Families and Older Adults, Reforming Transit, Protecting Due Process
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.— Affordable public transit, relief from rising costs, and new protections safeguarding Illinoisans’ due process rights were top priorities for state Rep. Rita Mayfield, D- Waukegan, during a highly productive fall session focused on making life easier for working people and seniors.
Crawford Expands Sealing of Records for System-Involved Individuals
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Mike Crawford, D-Chicago, helped pass a measure last Thursday to build on previous work to automatically seal the records of certain qualifying, formerly-incarcerated individuals. House Bill 1836 clarifies records ineligible for sealing and ensures that the Illinois State Police (ISP) can conform to the new legislation.
Avelar Bill Delivers Senior Property Tax Relief
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, announced the passage of legislation expanding property tax relief for seniors on fixed incomes—delivering on her commitment to help older residents stay in their homes and age with dignity.
Harper Responds to Executive Order that Addresses Food Insecurity and Food Access in Illinois
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, issued the following statement as Illinois’ smart and responsible budget tools are delivering $20 million to protect access to food security ahead of Donald Trump’s SNAP cuts:
Gabel Measure to Give Terminally Ill Adults Compassionate Options to End their Suffering Passes Legislature
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure spearheaded by state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, that would allow terminally ill adults with decision-making capacity to request and receive prescription medication that could be self-administered to hasten their foreseeable deaths passed the legislature on Friday.