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Mah Joins Legislators Across the Country in Supporting Minnesotans
CHICAGO – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, joins more than 600 state legislators from over 48 states across the country to release a joint national statement regarding the ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/ Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) occupation of Minneapolis, MN, and the killings of Alex Pretti, Renee Nicole Good, and others at the hands of DHS and ICE.
Lilly Joins Legislators Nationwide Demanding ICE Leave Minnesota, Investigations into Federal Killings
OAK PARK, Ill.— State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D- Oak Park, joins more than 600 state legislators from over 48 states across the country to release a joint national statement regarding the ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/ Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) occupation of Minneapolis, MN, and the killings of Alex Pretti, Renee Nicole Good, and others at the hands of DHS and ICE:
DuBuclet Helps to Bring Significant State Investment to the DuSable Museum of African American History
CHICAGO – On Friday, IL State Rep. Kimberly DuBuclet, D-Chicago, joined Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza, museum leaders, and fellow elected officials for a check presentation ceremony at the historic Washington Park home of the DuSable Black History Museum and...
Mason Opposes Federal Proposal to Expand Offshore Drilling in U.S. Waters
GURNEE, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is working to protect the environment and the economy by voicing her opposition to the U.S. Department of Interior’s (DOI) proposal to expand offshore oil and gas drilling in approximately 1.27 billion acres of public U.S. waters.
Grasse Introduces Measure to Ensure In-Home Caregivers Receive Safety Protections Equal to Other Healthcare Providers
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, has introduced legislation to ensure home health and hospice workers receive the same safety protections already afforded to healthcare providers in hospitals and other facilities, protecting at-home caregivers and their families from threats, intimidation or violence related to their work.
Harper Champions $3.6M Investment in Illinois Farmers and Communities
CHICAGO – State Rep. Sonya Harper (D-Chicago) is celebrating the Illinois Department of Agriculture’s plan to distribute $3.6 million in fiscal year 2026 through the Local Food Infrastructure Grant Program—an initiative she championed with the support of the Illinois Stewardship Alliance and participants in Black Farmers and Growers Lobby Day.
Hernandez Calls on Congress to Hold Donald Trump Accountable for his Illegal Use of Military Power
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Norma Hernandez, D-Melrose Park, championed House Resolution 624 calling on Congress to condemn Donald Trump for misguided foreign policy and reject Trump’s efforts to acquire territories and titles overseas while leaving working families at home to pay the bill.
Blair-Sherlock Backs Resolutions Pushing for Affordability and Condemning Lawlessness in Washington
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock, D-Villa Park, is speaking out about the illegal and corrupt actions undertaken by the Trump Administration, passing official condemnations of Trump’s reckless tariffs and misguided foreign policy, drastic cuts to child care and familial life lines, violating the Constitution and the deadly immigration force employed by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that has resulted in the deaths of 50 individuals, including U.S. citizens.
Chung Responds to ICE and Border Patrol Violence Across Twin Cities
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, responds to the continued violence of ICE and Border Patrol officers in Minnesota, resulting in at least two deaths and countless injuries this month alone, with this statement:
Ness Bill Targets Tracking Data, Protecting Consumers From Price Increases
CARPENTERSVILLE, Ill. – A new bill sponsored by state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, seeks to prohibit online retailers from discreetly using “surveillance pricing”—a growing phenomena that sets online prices to the highest amount the merchant believes a given consumer will pay, based on an algorithm.
Briel Bill to Expand Support, Funds for Local Fire Protection Services
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is introducing a measure that seeks to utilize the funds already collected by cities for open burn permits and permit violations to support fire protection services in local governments.
Jiménez Discusses Federal Cuts, Future of Community in Town Hall Meeting
CHICAGO — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, joined Cook County Commissioner Jessica Vásquez at a town hall hosted by Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez following a roundtable discussion with community leaders and stakeholders on the federal budget appropriations bill and the MELT ICE Act. The town hall addressed urgent concerns impacting the 4th District, including immigration, health care, and looming federal funding cuts that threaten working families and vulnerable communities.
Faver Dias Condemns Inhumane Actions of ICE and Border Patrol
State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake, has issued the following statement in response to the violent acts of ICE and Border Patrol agents in Minnesota and across the country, as they have directly led to several deaths.
Rita Secures Grant Funding to Renovate Oak Forest’s Don Gorman Park
State Rep. Bob Rita, D-Blue Island, announced today he has secured a $600,000 Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant for the Oak Forest Park District that will fund exciting improvements to Don Gorman Park.
Briel-Backed Resolutions Push for Affordability, Condemns Lawlessness in Washington
State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, is speaking out about the recent actions of the the Trump Administration, passing official condemnations of Trump’s reckless tariffs and misguided foreign policy, drastic cuts to child care and familial life lines, and the deadly immigration force employed by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that has killed an estimated 50 individuals, including U.S. citizens.
Stuart Condemns Violence of Federal Immigration Agents, Demands Defense of Constitutional Rights
State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, has issued the following statement in response to the violent acts of ICE Border Patrol agents in Minnesota, leading to the death of another American citizen.
Manley Meets with Birth to Five, Early Intervention Community Collaboration
As part of a series of initiatives, State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, again met with a collaboration of community members, including Birth to Five Illinois, to discuss early childhood education, and early intervention. State Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, is also part of the collaboration meetings. Both Rep. Manley and Sen. Cappel are co-chairs of the newly formed Illinois Legislative Neurodiversity Caucus.
Tuesday: Ness to Host First Town Hall of 2026
Encouraging residents from Northwest Illinois communities to share their thoughts on top issues, state Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, will host a virtual town hall Tuesday to discuss recent state action on the heels of completing the first week of the 2026 spring legislative session.