Sep 13, 2017 | Harris
CHICAGO – To protect Illinois consumers impacted by the Equifax data breach, state Rep. Greg Harris, D-Chicago, has introduced legislation which will prevent credit agencies from charging consumers with credit freeze fees, which are essential in preventing identity...
Sep 12, 2017 | Kifowit
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, is criticizing Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of legislation that would protect students against predatory lenders by creating a Student Loan Bill of Rights. “I am disappointed by Governor Rauner’s decision to...
Sep 12, 2017 | Mussman
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation co-sponsored by state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, establishing a statewide commission to ensure that all evidence in assault cases is tested in a timely manner was recently signed into law. The new law equips law enforcement...
Sep 12, 2017 | Burke_K
EVERGREEN PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Kelly Burke, D-Evergreen Park, state Sen. Bill Cunningham, D-Chicago, and Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett are providing area families the opportunity to safely dispose of sensitive paper documents at a free Community Shred Day on...
Sep 11, 2017 | Welch
MAYWOOD, Ill. – Over the weekend, state Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, partnered with retired state police officer Larry Lindenman for a Women’s Defense Seminar to provide area women with self-defense techniques. “Violent crimes can happen to anyone at any...