Mar 24, 2017 | D'Amico
CHICAGO – As funding for women’s health care comes under siege in Washington, State Rep. John D’Amico, D-Chicago, is calling for additional penalties on individuals who damage women’s health clinics or intimidate the patients who seek care from them. “People should...
Mar 24, 2017 | Andrade
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To help homeowners that have fallen behind on mortgage payments, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation that would make it easier for residents that are behind on their mortgage to make partial payments. “With many working...
Mar 24, 2017 | Harper
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –To expand access to fresh and healthy foods to low-income residents, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation that would help eliminate food deserts. “Many people in my district are left to purchase their groceries at...
Mar 24, 2017 | Harper
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, is sponsoring legislation that would raise the state’s minimum wage and provide Illinois workers with an increase in income. “I will not stop fighting for a livable wage until there is economic justice for...
Mar 24, 2017 | Hoffman
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To create jobs and stimulate the sale of goods manufactured in Illinois and America, state Rep. Jay Hoffman, D-Swansea, is leading efforts to require the state of Illinois to prioritize the purchase of Illinois and American-made products. “When we...