Aug 16, 2019 | Ford
CHICAGO – In response to recent activity by local governments trying to collect decades-old parking tickets and other fine through collections agencies, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, has introduced a measure to limit collection referrals to within seven...
Aug 16, 2019 | Walker
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is now tasked with studying how best to expand apprenticeship programs throughout the state after Senate Bill 2024, spearheaded by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington...
Aug 16, 2019 | Moylan
DES PLAINES, Ill. – Working to protect individuals from harassment and abuse, state Rep. Marty Moylan, D-Des Plaines, sponsored comprehensive legislation to expand protections for hotel and casino employees across Illinois.“No one should feel threatened while working...
Aug 15, 2019 | Slaughter
CHICAGO – Legislation supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, to prevent those convicted of elder abuse from inheriting any property or wealth from their victim was signed into law last week.“We must do all we can do to protect our seniors from fraud and...
Aug 15, 2019 | Pappas
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law backed by state Rep. Diane Pappas, D-Itasca, will help DuPage County communities invest more in roads and other job-creating projects without raising property taxes.“Investing in high-quality roads and transportation is critical to the...