Hernandez Promotes Winter Heating Assistance Program

AURORA, Ill. – As colder weather approaches, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is encouraging residents struggling to pay their utility bills to apply to the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), a financial assistance program. “As the weather gets...

Villa Initiative to Cap Insulin Costs Heads to Governor’s Desk

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To protect the health and wellness of individuals living with diabetes, state Rep. Karina Villa, D-West Chicago, recently passed legislation to cap the monthly co-payment that patients can be charged for their insulin prescription. “The price...