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Cassidy Participates in Webinar in Response to Chiles v. Salazar Ruling

Cassidy Participates in Webinar in Response to Chiles v. Salazar Ruling

CHICAGO, Ill. – Following the contentious aftermath of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Chiles v. Salazar ruling, State Rep. Kelly Cassidy, D-Chicago, is partnering with the American Bar Association (ABA) and the Trevor Project to host a 90-minute webinar addressing new constitutional questions about professional speech, state police powers, and protections for LGBTQ+ youth. This event will be virtual, on Thursday, June 18th at 12pm CT. The webinar will examine the Chiles decision and Colorado state’s legislative response, and how lawyers and lawmakers can similarly address conversion therapy within constitutional constraints.

Mussman-Backed Budget Becomes Law

Mussman-Backed Budget Becomes Law

SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — A state budget focused on affordability is now law thanks to state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, who helped pass a balanced budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and offsetting federal funding cuts.

Ammons-Backed Budget Signed Into Law

Ammons-Backed Budget Signed Into Law

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — A state budget focused on affordability is now law thanks to state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, who helped pass a balanced budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and investing in the resources Washington is trying to slash.

Mason Demands Removal of Rideshare Sexual Assault Liability Shield from Federal Legislation

Mason Demands Removal of Rideshare Sexual Assault Liability Shield from Federal Legislation

GURNEE, Ill. — State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, joins 284 women legislators from 44 states and territories, as well as 128 U.S. Congress members, to demand the removal of Amendment 041 from the BUILD America 250 Act (House Resolution 8870). Amendment 041 would protect rideshare platforms from accountability in cases of sexual assault, overriding state laws that protect drivers and passengers.

Rep. Rashid On Unlawful ICE Abductions at Bridgeview Courthouse

Rep. Rashid On Unlawful ICE Abductions at Bridgeview Courthouse

BERWYN, Ill. — Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid (D-Bridgeview) issued the following statement in response to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers unlawfully detaining three people from the Bridgeview Courthouse, including a mother and minor child, today:

Gabel Highlights Responsible and Compassionate State Budget Plan

Gabel Highlights Responsible and Compassionate State Budget Plan

As the spring legislative session adjourned, state Rep. Robyn Gabel, D-Evanston, passed a responsible and compassionate state budget that strengthens support for health care, invests more in education, protects critical services and stands up to Washington’s recklessness.

Hanson-Backed Compassionate State Budget Signed into Law

Hanson-Backed Compassionate State Budget Signed into Law

A state budget focused on affordability is now law thanks to state Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, who helped pass a balanced budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and investing in the resources Washington is trying to slash.

DeLaRosa-Backed Responsible State Budget Signed into Law

DeLaRosa-Backed Responsible State Budget Signed into Law

A state budget focused on affordability is now law thanks to state Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa, D-Lombard, who helped pass a balanced budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and investing in the resources Washington is trying to slash.

Chung-Backed Budget Signed Into Law

Chung-Backed Budget Signed Into Law

Another balanced budget is now law thanks to state Rep. Sharon Chung, D-Bloomington, who helped pass a budget prioritizing direct relief for Illinoisans and investing in the resources Washington is trying to slash.

Hernandez-backed State Budget Signed into Law

Hernandez-backed State Budget Signed into Law

CHICAGO — The latest balanced state budget was signed into law early today, thanks to the work of state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, who prioritized relief for Illinoisans and investment in critical resources the Trump Administration is trying to slash.