Rep. Lilian Jimenez
(D-Chicago)
4th District
Springfield Office:
284-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-0150
District Office:
2511 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 337-9995
Bills & Committees
Biography
Lilian Jimenez is an attorney that has focused her work on labor and immigration policy and advocacy. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Latin American and Latino Studies and law degree from DePaul University. She is a former Chief of Staff for Jesus Chuy Garcia at the Cook County Board of Commissioners and previously served as the Director of the Fair Labors Standards Division of the Illinois Department of Labor. Most recently Jimenez served as the administrator for the Office of Welcoming Centers for Refugee and Immigrant Services at the Illinois Department of Human Services. Lilian lives in West Humboldt Park with her husband and son.
Jiménez-Backed Consumer Protection Measure on Unfair Store Return Policies Passes House
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is standing up for working families by championing legislation that puts power back in the hands of consumers. The bill ensures that retailers across Illinois adopt fair and transparent return policies by prohibiting blanket “no return” rules and requiring options such as store credit or exchanges for unused, unopened items.
Jiménez-Backed Measure Creating Abortion Access Fund Passes House Vote
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, helped advance legislation out of the House chamber Thursday to create the Abortion Access Fund Grant Program, expanding access to abortion care services for uninsured or underinsured patients in Illinois.
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.
Jiménez Supports Bill That Makes Public University Tuition Affordable for Illinois Students
To create more pathways for affordable higher education for high school students, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is supporting a bill that would prioritize Illinois public school students for admission and tuition protections at public colleges and universities.
Jiménez-Backed Bill Would Help Fill In-Demand Careers with Pipeline from High Schools to Training Programs
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is supporting new legislation that would aid Illinois high school graduates in finding work in in-demand careers by establishing a high-school-to-training-program pipeline with grants from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Jiménez Holds Roundtable with House Speaker Welch
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, held a small business roundtable and was joined by small business owners, community organizations and Democratic House Speaker Emmanuel “Chris” Welch on Monday, March 9th in the 4th House district.
Jiménez-Backed Legislation Prevents Hidden Fees on Electronic Tax Returns
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Working to cut back on hidden fees targeting taxpayers, state Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that would prohibit income tax returners from charging a separate fee for returns filed electronically.
Jiménez-Backed Legislation Would Expand Key Tax Credit for Modest-Income Illinois Families
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation to increase Illinois’ Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), offering additional financial relief to working families across the state.
Jiménez to Host a Community Blood Drive in Chicago
SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, alongside Alderperson Jessie Fuentes of the 26th Ward are hosting a Blood Drive in the community and encourages those who are able to donate blood to consider doing so. The event will be held on Wednesday March 4th from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Mozart Park Clubroom (2036 N. Avers, Chicago, IL 60647).
Rep. Jiménez and Alderperson Fuentes Hold Valentine’s Brunch for Local Seniors
CHICAGO- To help seniors learn about resources and services offered to them in a fun, relaxing environment, State Rep. Lilian Jiménez, D-Chicago, and Alderperson Jessie Fuentes, along with other elected officials held a Valentines Senior Brunch Event on Friday, February 13 in the Wicker Park neighborhood in Chicago.