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Andrade Votes to Make to Health Care Coverage More Accessible to Working Families

Apr 4, 2019 | Andrade

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In light of Donald Trump decreasing outreach about affordable health care plans by 90%, State Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, voted to pass legislation this week that will ensure information about how to enroll for health insurance coverage through...

Hernandez Fights for Mental Health Care Preparedness for Mothers

Apr 3, 2019 | Hernandez B

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – New mothers would benefit from greater mental health awareness under a bill backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, requiring hospitals to create programs to spread awareness about post-partum depression and other mental health needs for...

Pappas Measure to Increase Economic Development in DuPage County Passes House

Apr 3, 2019 | Pappas

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Diane Pappas, D-Itasca, passed a bill out of the House on Wednesday that would give local governments in DuPage County the ability to invest in economic development projects with current revenues from the hotel tax. “Protecting...

Lilly-Backed Measure Giving Women, African-Americans a Voice on Corporate Boards Passes House

Apr 3, 2019 | Lilly

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Women and African-Americans will be ensured a seat in the corporate boardroom under legislation recently passed by state Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, requiring Illinois’ publicly held corporations to prioritize gender and racial diversity on...

Mussman Supports Measure to Implement Mental Health Screenings for Students

Apr 3, 2019 | Mussman

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To advocate for early intervention of mental illness in children and teens, state Rep. Michelle Mussman, D-Schaumburg, recently assisted legislation out of the House Elementary and Secondary Education: School Curriculum and Policies Committee to...

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