Jul 17, 2017 | Willis
NORTHLAKE, Ill. – As the next school year approaches, and the state still does not have the required evidence-based education funding formula in place, Rep. Kathleen Willis, D-Addison, issued the following statement: “The bi-partisan state budget that cuts billions in...
Jul 17, 2017 | Burke_K
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Kelly Burke, D-Evergreen Park, is urging Gov. Bruce Rauner to sign legislation cracking down on wage discrimination by requiring employers to pay the same wage to workers who have the same experience and do the same job. “Illinois has...
Jul 17, 2017 | Moylan
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Marty Moylan, D- Des Plaines, issued the following statement Friday in response to area flooding: “My thoughts go out to those families affected by area flooding. My office is prepared to assist residents in any way possible and help...
Jul 17, 2017 | Halpin
ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – Having collaborated with various state agencies, and after reviewing various case studies, state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, voted in favor of House Bill 303, which creates the Seizure and Forfeiture Reporting Act. “Civil asset forfeiture in...
Jul 14, 2017 | Stuart
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – To help local residents learn how to prevent fraud and take steps to avoid becoming victims of crime, state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is hosting a free seminar with the Illinois Attorney General’s office, on Friday, June 28 from 11 am to...