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Conroy Brings Attention to “Mental Health Awareness Month”

May 8, 2019 | Conroy

VILLA PARK, Ill. –In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, state Rep. Deb Conroy, D-Villa Park, issued the following statement: “Mental Health Awareness Month was established by Congress in 1949, bringing attention to the suffering of World War II veterans...

Stuart Sponsors Measure to Lower Sales Taxes on Incontinence Products, Baby Supplies

May 8, 2019 | Stuart

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is sponsoring Senate Bill 1858, a measure that seeks to lower sales tax on male and female condoms, incontinence products, diapers and baby wipes from the current 6.25 to 1 percent. “Many items that fall under...

Willis, Welch Applaud Court Decision to Keep Westlake Open

May 8, 2019 | Welch, Willis

MELROSE PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside and state Rep. Kathleen Willis, D-Northlake, are applauding a recent court ruling requiring Westlake Hospital to remain open until the judicial system can fully consider the critical services Westlake...

Carroll’s Bill Banning Sale of Animal-Tested Products Passes House Committee

May 8, 2019 | Carroll

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Jonathan Carroll, D-Northbrook, is sponsoring legislation promoting the humane treatment of animals by banning the sale of animal-tested cosmetic products in Illinois. “We cannot accept the continued cruel treatment of animals,” said...

Lilly Joins Business Leaders, Black Caucus Members in Support of Corporate Leadership Diversity

May 8, 2019 | Lilly

CHICAGO – State Rep. Camille Y. Lilly, D-Chicago, recently joined members of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus and statewide business leaders to support a measure to ensure women and African Americans are represented in corporate boardrooms. “For too long,...

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