Stuart-Sponsored Social Work Stipend Program Now Law

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A measure to help attract qualified social workers to work on child welfare cases sponsored by state Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is now law in Illinois. “When a child is potentially being abused or neglected at home, it’s critical that they...

Hirschauer-Backed Law to Improve Access to Birth Control

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Hormonal contraceptives will soon be available without a doctor’s prescription in Illinois under a new law backed by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia. “Birth control is not only a safe and effective way to prevent unintended pregnancy, but...

Yingling Highlights New Resource for Sexual Assault Survivors

ROUND LAKE BEACH, Ill. – To provide support to victims of violent crimes, state Rep. Sam Yingling, D-Grayslake, supported legislation expanding the amount of information provided to sexual assault survivors regarding the recently-created online sexual assault evidence...