Connor Fighting to Help Students Repay College Debt

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois students would receive much-needed student loan relief under a bill proposed by state Rep. John Connor, D-Lockport, which creates a tax credit to offset a portion of loan payments every year. “We want our children to pursue higher...

Halpin Works to Reduce College Costs for Veterans

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Veterans would have more affordable access to higher education under a bill backed by state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, which allows out-of-state veterans attending public universities in Illinois to attend at the cost of an Illinois resident....

Willis Joins AFFI Members for Firefighter Lobby Day Efforts

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Kathy Willis, D-Northlake, recently met with members of the Associated Firefighters of Illinois (AFFI) and the Village of Lombard’s local 3009 firefighter union to advocate for legislation benefitting Illinois’ first responders and honor...