May 10, 2018 | Manley
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is joining a growing number of lawmakers advocating for an overhaul of the state tax system and the implementation of a graduated income tax. “Middle-class and working families pay more than their fair share in...
May 10, 2018 | Lilly
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Legislation sponsored by state Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, seeks to provide greater consumer protections by preventing currency exchanges from charging excessive fees and costs. “Not everyone has the luxury of their own private bank accounts...
May 10, 2018 | Greenwood
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. LaToya Greenwood, D-East St. Louis, recently passed legislation out of the House to provide free transportation to students who live close to their school but face a dangerous commute through high-crime areas. “Some students are forced...
May 10, 2018 | Mussman
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, is urging the state Senate to pass a measure that would better protect college students from entering into high interest rate contracts with credit card companies. House Bill 4710 establishes the College...
May 10, 2018 | Crespo
“I’ve known these young men since they were Webelos, so it was honor to be present for this milestone in their lives,” Crespo said. “Gavin and James’ leadership, work ethic, and commitment to the community is admirable and I wish them the best of luck in their future...