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Avelar Backs New Bill Combatting Health Misinformation
Working to reduce the spread of inaccurate health information, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Romeoville, is backing new legislation that would establish an expert team under the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) to monitor and counter the distribution of health misinformation damaging to Illinois residents and consumers.
IL State Rep. Du Buclet’s Jesse Jackson Young Voter Empowerment Act Passes the House
On Wednesday, state Rep. Kimberly Neely Du Buclet, D-Chicago, continued her work to promote civic engagement and participation by passing a bill that will require Illinois’ public high schools to provide eligible students with an opportunity to register to vote.
Jiménez-Backed Affordability Bill Cracking Down on ‘Junk Fees’ Moves to House Floor
State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is cracking down on junk fees that cost consumers an estimated $3,000 every year, with a new measure that holds businesses accountable for charges added on top of advertised purchase prices.
Chung-Backed Bill Passes, Empowering Young Voters, Inspired by Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
State Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, helped pass a bill encouraging and expanding access to youth civic engagement by requiring high schools to provide voter registration opportunities and information, inspired by the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.
Mussman Passes Bill Launching Blue Envelope Program
State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is making interactions between law enforcement and individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder safer and easier. The Blue Envelope Program intends to support safe and effective communication for all involved parties.
Ness Joins Local Salvation Army to Celebrate New Canteen
State Rep. Suzanne Ness, D-Carpentersville, met with local leaders and elected officials Monday to unveil a new Salvation Army Canteen, a critical addition to the organization’s Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) unit at The Salvation Army Crystal Lake Corps Community Center.
Manley Delivers Over 100 Free Coats, Hats and Gloves to Cunningham School, Donated by 4 Kids Sake Food Pantry
State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, joined with 4 Kids Sake Food Pantry to deliver new coats, hats and gloves to students at Cunningham School in Joliet.
Chung Congratulates Illinois State University Student Athletes on Historic Post-Season Play
Following a series of winning seasons for Illinois State University (ISU) Athletics teams, state Rep. Chung, D-Bloomington issued the following statement:
Ryan Bill Expands Reduced Fee Services for Seniors and Illinoisans with Disabilities
EVERGREEN PARK, Ill.— State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, is sponsoring a bill to expand assistance for Illinois seniors and residents who have a disability by lowering the income eligibility threshold for certain state services at reduced fees.
Hanson Hosts Virtual Grant Workshop with DCEO and United Way
MONTGOMERY, Ill. — State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, hosted a workshop last week to help inform the community attendees about funding opportunities and grant resources available to them through the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and local United Way organizations.
Manley Raises Awareness About Rare Jacobsen Syndrome Through Young Girl’s Story
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an ongoing commitment to raise awareness about neurodiversity, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is shining a light on a rare disorder, Jacobsen Syndrome, through the story of 2-year-old Bralynn Powell, of Lincoln, Ill. Bralynn may be the only person in Illinois with this syndrome.
Johnson Advances Bipartisan Measure to Support Illinois Lyme Association’s Research and Education
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to spread awareness on tick-borne diseases, state Rep. Gregg Johnson, D-Rock Island, has advanced bipartisan legislation that would provide additional support to the Illinois Lyme Association (ILA) for research and education.
Hoffman Thanks Community for Easter Basket Donations for Foster Kids at Caritas Family Solutions
BELLEVILLE, Ill. – With Easter around the corner, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is thanking area residents for their generous donations to create Easter baskets for local youth in foster care at Caritas Family Solutions.
Kelly-Backed Affordability Bill Cracking Down on ‘Junk Fees’ Moves to House Floor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Mike Kelly, D-Chicago, is cracking down on junk fees that cost consumers an estimated $3,000 every year, with a new measure that holds businesses accountable for charges added on top of advertised purchase prices.
Hirschauer Bill Targets Tracking Data, Protecting Consumers From Price Increases
A new bill led by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-West Chicago, would require online retailers to disclose their use of “surveillance pricing”—a growing phenomena that uses artificial intelligence-powered tools to charge higher prices for certain customers based on prior browsing history and demographic information inferred by a consumer's digital footprint.
Stuart Celebrates New Group Researching Projected Labor and Education Needs in Illinois
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is celebrating a new working group launched by Governor Pritzker to identify workforce needs throughout Illinois and establish a plan to collaborate with educational institutions, local workforce boards, labor unions, industry leaders and more. The working group hopes to increase both job creation and increase employee preparedness and education for in-need careers.
Hernandez Bill Expanding Trades, Post-Secondary Job Training Passes out of Committee
State Rep. Elizabeth 'Lisa' Hernandez, D-Cicero, passed legislation out of the House Labor and Commerce Committee last Wednesday that would create a network of community-based organizations dedicated to recruiting, training and finding employment for those interested in the trades and apprenticeship fields in her community.
Grasse Advances Legislation Through Committee to Raise Standards of Mental Health Care in Nursing Homes
State Rep. Nicolle Grasse, D-Arlington Heights, is continuing her fight for better mental health care by leading the passage of new legislation to increase the frequency of required Department of Human Services (DHS) follow-up visits for patients in nursing homes who have been diagnosed with a serious mental illness.