Crespo Passes Legislation to Promote Local Tourism

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Fred Crespo, D-Hoffman Estates, passed legislation through the House which aims to grow the economy of suburban communities like Schaumburg and others across the state by promoting tourism. “Trade shows and all the different types of...

Mah Passes Legislation Protecting Consumers from Hidden Rebate Fees

CHICAGO, Ill. – In an effort to protect consumers, state Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, passed legislation prohibiting businesses from issuing rebate cards with hidden charges that could potentially leave the rebate worthless. “Consumers should receive the full value...

Moylan-Backed Bill to Offset Federal Tax Increase Passes House

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plains, voted to pass bipartisan legislation ensuring middle-class families in Illinois do not see higher taxes as a result of Washington’s tax scheme. “Republicans in Washington are selling out middle class families...

Yingling Continues to Lead Charge toward Property Tax Relief

SPRINGFIELD – To provide Lake County homeowners with additional property tax relief, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, is sponsoring legislation to increase the value of exemptions for middle-class families and senior homeowners, bringing Lake County tax relief in...

Stuart Introduces Legislation for Fair Funding for SIUE

COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – After the decision of the Southern Illinois University Board of Trustees to strike down a fair funding proposal for SIU Carbondale and SIU Edwardsville, state Reps. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, Monica Bristow, D-Godfrey,...