Kalish-Backed Law Takes Critical Step Toward Equal Pay for Women

CHICAGO – A proposal sponsored by state Rep. Yehiel “Mark” Kalish, D-Chicago, that fights wage discrimination by prohibiting employers from using unfair practices to force women and people of color into a lifetime of lower pay is now law.“My daughter and women across...

Yednock Streamlining of Veteran ID Cards Becomes Law

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – legislation supported by state Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa making it easier for current and former men and women of our armed forces to obtain ID’s signifying they are veterans was signed into law.“It is common sense to pass laws that make life...

Bristow and Crowe to Host I-Cash in Wood River on Aug. 6

ALTON, ILL. – To help connect residents with lost or forgotten cash or property, state Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Alton, and state Sen. Rachelle Crowe, D-Glen Carbon, are partnering with the Illinois State Treasurer to host an I-Cash event at the Wood River City Hall on...

Halpin-Backed Bill Combatting Sexual Assault Now Law

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Sexually violent criminals will face justice for their crimes under a new law backed by state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, allowing survivors who have a warrant for a non-violent crime come forward to the police without fear of arrest.“Sexual...