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Cochran Echoes Local Officials, Shares Safety Information Following River Flooding

Cochran Echoes Local Officials, Shares Safety Information Following River Flooding

DES PLAINES, Ill. — State Rep. Justin Cochran, D-Des Plaines, is highlighting available resources and safety information following flooding originating from the Des Plaines River impacting the north suburban Chicago area over the weekend. The National Weather Service has issued flood warnings that could remain in effect over the next few days, and has said it expects waters to remain above flood stage or even approach major flood levels later in the week.

Mason Passes Bill Regulating Pet Insurance in Illinois

Mason Passes Bill Regulating Pet Insurance in Illinois

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, introduced, sponsored, and passed legislation adding pet insurance to the Illinois Insurance Code, regulating the requirements and responsibilities of pet insurers and pet insurance policies.

Morris Bill to Improve Menopause Care, Education, and Workplace Support Passes House

Morris Bill to Improve Menopause Care, Education, and Workplace Support Passes House

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to improve access to healthcare, expand education, and bring greater clarity to workplace protections for individuals experiencing menopause, state Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, successfully advanced legislation out of the House, praising its passage as a meaningful step toward addressing a long-overlooked area of women’s health.

Mason Passes Bill Regulating Pet Insurance in Illinois

Mason Passes Bill Protecting Against Stormwater Pollution

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Representative Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is working to keep contaminants out of our water supply by passing a bill amending the Environmental Protection Act to control microplastic pollution due to waste from plastic manufacturing facilities.