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Hoffman Honored with ‘Small Business Champion of the Year’ Award, Tours HatLaunch
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Recognizing his work to spark economic development and help small businesses succeed, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, was honored this week by Advantage Capital with a 2025 Small Business Champion of the Year Award.
Briel-Backed Measure to Expand Home Energy Assistance for Low- Income Seniors Opens Oct. 1
Springfield, Ill. – A measure to expand eligibility for home energy relief championed by state Rep. Amy Briel, D-Ottawa, will become available to Illinois households starting Oct. 1.
Harper Earns New Term as Vice President of National Organization of Black Women Lawmakers
SPRINGFIELD, Ill – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, will continue advocating for meaningful change locally and nationally as the 1st Vice President of the National Organization of Black Elected Legislative (NOBEL) Women.
Jiménez Calls for Full Transparency into ICE-Involved Shooting Death in Franklin Park
CHICAGO, IL – State Representative Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, released the following statement after Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez, 38, was killed by an ICE agent at a traffic stop in Franklin Park last Friday.
Avelar Hosts Free Community Shred Event
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, will host a free community shred event Saturday, September 27 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Lockport Township (1463 Farrel Road) in collaboration with state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, and the Lockport Township Supervisor Alex Zapien.
Ammons Celebrates New Funding for EV Charging Stations
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Working to improve accessible charging services for electric vehicle (EV) drivers in her communities, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is celebrating recent funding for Champaign County which was chosen as one of 25 projects that will provide up to $24 million for EV construction across the state.
Benton Issues Statement Following Gunshot Incident at Senator’s Home
PLAINFIELD, Ill. — After a gunshot was fired at the home of state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D- Shorewood, on Wednesday, state Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, issued a statement calling for peace and expressing support for the senator:
Manley Issues Statement Following Gunshot at Local Senator’s Home
SHOREWOOD, Ill. – In response to a gunshot fired at the home of state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, issued a statement of support for the senator:
Stava to Speak at West Suburban Community Pantry After Securing $545,000 in State Funds
WOODRIDGE, Ill. — State Rep. Anne Stava, D-Downers Grove, will give remarks during an event to be held Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the West Suburban Community Pantry, 6809 Hobson Valley Dr, Ste. 118 in Woodridge.
Buckner-Backed Changes to Expand Home Energy Assistance for Low-Income Seniors Begin Oct. 1
CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, continued to fight for lower prices by backing expansions to the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) that include more seniors and those expansions will become available to Illinois households starting Oct 1.
Harper Invites Community to Curl Clinic, Encouraging them to Embrace their Natural Hair
CHICAGO – Continuing her commitment to promoting self-love and pride state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, along with State Senator Mattie Hunter and State Representative Kim DuBuclet, is inviting all women with naturally curly hair to the upcoming Loving Our Natural Hair, Curl Clinic, taking place on Sunday, September 28th.
Canty Holding Community Town Hall, Will Be Joined by Rep. Grasse and Special Guest Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — State Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights; and state Rep. Nicole Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, are giving local residents an opportunity to discuss the issues that matter most to them with state leaders at a community town hall meeting with special guest House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch.
Hernandez-Backed Changes to Expand Home Energy Assistance for Low-Income Seniors Begin Oct. 1
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, continued to fight for lower prices by backing expansions to the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) that include more seniors and those expansions will become available to Illinois households starting Oct 1.
New Hoffman Law Further Clarifies Move Over Rules for Drivers, Aims for Greater Safety
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – A new law led by state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, further expands Scott’s Law and requires drivers to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and non-stationary vehicles dealing with an emergency scene on roadways.
Hernandez-Backed Measure to Expand Home Energy Assistance for Low-Income Seniors Opens Oct. 1
CICERO, Ill. – A measure to expand eligibility for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to more seniors championed by state Rep. Elizabeth 'Lisa' Hernandez, D- Cicero, will become available to Illinois households starting Oct. 1.
THURSDAY: Ammons, Faraci Invite Residents to Discuss Cost Hikes, Service Cuts in Local Town Hall
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Inviting residents from the Champaign-Urbana communities to share their thoughts on rising energy costs, social services cuts, and other issues, state Rep. Carol Ammons, D- Urbana, will host a town hall in collaboration with state Sen. Paul Faraci on Thursday, September 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Champaign.
Stuart Issues Statement Following Nippon Announcement That Steel Production in Granite City to End
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — Following the announcement by Nippon Steel that the Granite City works will no longer receive steel slabs to work with by October, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D- Edwardsville, issued the following statement:
Briel Highlights Productive Town Hall with Guest Speaker Welch
UTICA, Ill. – State Rep. Amy “Murri” Briel, D-Ottawa, joined House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch on Tuesday at her local town hall to discuss topics including rural healthcare access, rising energy costs, and the risk posed by federal cuts for an audience of over 50 residents.