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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.
Syed Joins Fellow Legislators, Ravinia Officials, Live Venue Representatives, at Press Conference Discussing Legislation Banning “Ghost Tickets”
CHICAGO — State Rep. Nabeela Syed, D-Palatine, joined legislative colleagues, as well as stakeholders from Ravinia and Chicago’s live venue community, at a press conference Monday at the Lyric Opera, to discuss her legislation aimed at banning “ghost tickets”—tickets sold by online scalpers who do not actually have the tickets they are selling.
Mason Passes Big Wins for Property Tax Relief and Reform, Economic Growth, Voting Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Illinois taxpayers foot the fallout of Washington’s agenda that’s raised everyday prices, hampered trade and commerce nationwide, and threatened the erasure of constitutional rights, state Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is taking steps through a series of measures to secure direct property tax relief for Illinois working families, improve the state’s economy and enshrine fundamental rights in the State Constitution.
Morris Sends Key Legislation to Senate to Expand Healthcare Access, Strengthen Oversight, and Invest in Communities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Yolonda Morris, D-Chicago, has passed several key pieces of legislation out of the House, sending measures to the Senate that aim to strengthen communities, improve public health, and expand protections for residents across Illinois.
Vella Delivers Big Wins for Property Tax Relief and Reform, Economic Growth, Voting Rights
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As Illinois taxpayers foot the fallout of Washington’s agenda that’s raised everyday prices, hampered trade and commerce nationwide, and threatened the erasure of constitutional rights, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is taking steps through a series of measures to secure direct property tax relief for Illinois working families, improve the state’s economy and enshrine fundamental rights in the State Constitution.
DeLuca Backs Large Economic Development and Property Tax Relief Plan
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, supported a bipartisan measure Wednesday to attract large-scale economic development projects with incentive agreements that will deliver needed property tax relief for homeowners statewide.
Vella to Host Paint Recycling Day Event in Partnership with Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful
ROCKFORD, Ill.– State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, is excited to announce a community paint recycling event, aimed at helping residents dispose of unwanted paint responsibly. The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 25, starting at 9 a.m. in Rockford.