Smith Legislation to Address Teacher Shortage Becomes Law

CHICAGO, Ill. – Continuing his efforts to address the teacher shortage in Illinois, state Rep. Nick Smith, D-Chicago, sponsored an initiative to allow school districts to pay their student teachers and create early education endorsements to help individuals satisfy...

Walsh Appointed to Serve on Route 66 Centennial Commission

JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Lawrence “Larry” Walsh, Jr., D-Elwood, has been appointed to serve on the Route 66 Centennial Commission, which will help organize official events celebrating the historic highway’s 100th anniversary.“Route 66 is famous around the world and...

Mason’s Measure Protecting Seniors Signed by Governor

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Joyce Mason, D-Gurnee, is pleased to announce the enactment of her legislation extending protections for seniors who sign construction contracts with predatory door-to-door salesmen.“When severe weather hits our community, predatory...

Lilly Town Hall Highlights the Arts in Illinois

CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, recently highlighted opportunities in the arts at a town hall meeting.“The arts in Illinois provide thousands of jobs and have an economic impact of over $25 billion dollars,” Lilly said. “But the arts are about more...

Walker-Supported Bill Requiring Coverage for EpiPens now Law

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Insurance companies in Illinois will now have to cover epinephrine injectors – commonly known as EpiPens – for children with severe allergies under new legislation recently signed into law and supported by state Rep. Mark Walker, D-Arlington...