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Ammons Bill Creating the Office of Genealogical Affairs Study Committee Passes in House
A staunch advocate for equity, reparations and righting the historic oppression of Black and other people of color, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, has passed legislation to create a committee to study forensic and historical accountability to consider the implementation of a permanent Illinois Office of Genealogical Affairs.
Manley Proposes Property Tax Reforms, Creating Accountability and Equity
In an effort to reduce the wrongly inflated property tax burden for many Illinois homeowners, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, has proposed legislation aimed to add accountability that would give county supervisors of assessments authority to step in and correct when township assessors fail to assess commercial and industrial developments properly, completely, or at all. The potential shift in assessed properties could mean millions of dollars for a staggering number of wrongly-taxed homeowners.
Ryan Seeks to Remove Burdensome Language Requirement for High School Students
State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, is seeking to remove the two-year foreign language requirement Illinois high school students must complete to receive a high school diploma.
Ryan Bill Aims to Expand Public Defender Assistance in Illinois Courts
EVERGREEN PARK, Ill.—State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, is expanding legal assistance for Illinois drivers charged with driving under the influence (DUI) with a new measure that will allow public defenders to represent DUI clients in both criminal cases and civil hearings.
Katz Muhl Passes Legislation to Empower Local Libraries in E-Book Negotiations with Publishers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Local libraries in Illinois will have new protections in e-book and audiobook negotiations with publishing companies after state Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl, D- Northbrook, passed groundbreaking legislation to prohibit abusive contracts between libraries and publishers.
Gabel Responds to Supreme Court Decision Gutting Voting Rights Protections
EVANSTON, Ill. – Wednesday, the United States Supreme Court ruled in the case of Louisiana v. Callais to dismantle many voting rights protections contained in the Voting Rights Act. The ruling is expected to allow southern states to draw new congressional maps to favor Republicans by splitting majority-minority districts previously protected by the Voting Rights Act.
Johnson Releases Statement on Louisiana v. Callais
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – Following the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, dismantling a critical provision in the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965, state Representative Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, released the following statement:
Mussman-Backed Bill Allows Autism Evaluations to be Administered Earlier, Diagnoses Given Faster
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, supported legislation allowing qualified speech-language pathologists to diagnose autism spectrum disorder (ASD) if the child is under age three and has no co-occurring medical conditions. With more evaluators, more evaluations can be conducted and more diagnoses given.
Briel Responds to Supreme Court Gutting Historic Voting Rights Act, Reaffirms Illinois Protections
OTTAWA, Ill.— State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais dismantling a critical provision in the federal Voting Rights Act that ensures communities of color have equal representation:
Crawford Responds to Supreme Court Ruling Limiting Voting Rights Act, Suppressing Minority Votes
CHICAGO— . State Rep. Michael Crawford, D-Chicago, released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais allowing states to redraw congressional maps without ensuring minority votes are equitably represented:
DeLaRosa Delivers Big Wins for Property Tax Relief and Reform, Economic Growth, Voting Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa, D-Lombard, is taking steps through a series of measures to secure direct property tax relief for Illinois working families, improve the state’s economy and protect our fundamental rights to representative government.
Jiménez Passes Will Depository Changes Out of House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – People’s end-of-life decisions will be securely stored under a new bill passed by state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, changing the will depository process and allowing court clerks to be able to safekeep wills for county residents.
Mason Celebrates New Management Contract for Winthrop Harbor’s North Point Marina
After the news broke in November that Winthrop Harbor’s North Point Marina was without a management contract—jeopardizing its 2026 season—state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, immediately began working with state and local leaders to find a solution and keep the marina open. Today, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced that a new contract has been secured, and the marina will open for the 2026
season under the management of SkipperBud’s, a longtime business at the marina.
Jiménez Passes Unaccompanied Minors Legislation Out of House
State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, has passed legislation to create a legal process for unaccompanied minor children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected to receive services when they are under court custody in Illinois.
Jiménez-Backed Bill to Improve Consumer Savings, Passes the House
As the prices of everyday essentials continue to rise across the country, State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is working to provide some immediate relief to Illinois customers by passing a new measure that ensures promotions advertised by businesses are accessible to all.
Jones Passes Bill to Keep Drivers in Control of Auto Insurance Claims for Glass Repairs
State Rep. Thaddeus Jones, D-Calumet City, is cracking down on deceptive practices and ensuring that policyholders have the final say when it comes to what they pay for auto repairs—not repair shops.
Jiménez Advances New Bill Stopping Trump’s Detention Centers in Neighborhoods
Fighting to end the abusive and disruptive presence of Donald Trump’s deportation agents across Illinois communities, State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is advancing a new bill to prohibit immigration detention centers in neighborhoods where everyone should feel safe.
Grasse Bill Expands Reduced Fee Services for Seniors and Illinoisans with Disabilities
State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, helped pass a bill expanding the eligibility threshold for reduced vehicle registration fees so more Illinois seniors and residents who have a disability can qualify for assistance.