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Slaughter-Backed Bill Mandates Instruction on Asian American History in Illinois Schools

Aug 11, 2021 | Slaughter

CHICAGO – A new law supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, will require every public K-12 school in Illinois to provide students instruction on the contributions of Asian Americans. “Illinois is one of the most diverse states in the country, and I...

Vella Meets with Constituents during “Donuts with Dave” Event

Aug 10, 2021 | Vella

ROCKFORD, Ill. – As part of his efforts to meet with as many residents as possible throughout his district, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, hosted a Donuts with Dave event and had a cup of coffee and donuts with constituents at a local small business. At the event,...

Speaker Welch’s Statement on Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal Passing U.S. Senate

Aug 10, 2021 | Welch

“I am thrilled to see the U.S. Senate pass the bipartisan infrastructure deal. This is a monumental package that shows Washington can still work together, so I thank Senators Durbin and Duckworth for their leadership and contributions to reaching across the aisle....

Mayfield Measure to Protect Immigrant Families Signed into Law

Aug 10, 2021 | Mayfield

WAUKEGAN, Ill. – A new law spearheaded by state Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, will prohibit local governments from signing contracts with the federal government to detain immigrants and will institute protections for immigrants to ensure law enforcement personnel...

Hernandez-Backed Bill to Allow for Mental Health Days in Schools Now Law

Aug 10, 2021 | Hernandez B

AURORA, Ill. – A bill sponsored by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, to include mental health days in students’ excused absences was recently signed into law. “It’s critical that schools are offering support to students who struggle with their mental...

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