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Harper Supports Resolution to Increase Black History Courses in Illinois’ Schools

Dec 13, 2018 | Harper

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In an effort to analyze, determine and expand black history courses and units being taught in all of Illinois’ schools, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, supported a resolution that creates a task force to report on current teachings and how to...

Andrade Reminds Residents of ACA Enrollment Deadline of Dec. 15

Dec 12, 2018 | Andrade

CHICAGO – As the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) open enrollment deadline approaches, state Rep. Jaime Andrade, D-Chicago, reminds residents to explore their health insurance options through the individual marketplace.“It is important to me that families know all their...

Hernandez Passes Legislation to Address Berwyn Property Tax Crisis, Increase Transparency

Dec 12, 2018 | Hernandez L

BERWYN, Ill. – In an effort to address increased property taxes in Berwyn and ensure taxing bodies are being fully transparent, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, passed legislation that would require new referendums to clearly state the specific dollar...

Halpin Telehealth Expansion Plan to Take Effect Jan. 1

Dec 12, 2018 | Halpin

ROCK ISLAND, Ill. – A new law backed by state Rep. Mike Halpin, D-Rock Island, to expand access to behavioral and mental health care for underserved families is set to take effect on Jan. 1. “Telehealth is a growing health care delivery model that can be used to...

Mah Helps Override Veto of Legislation Protecting Immigrant Women from Abuse

Dec 12, 2018 | Mah

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Theresa Mah, D-Chicago, recently joined legislators to override Gov. Bruce Rauner’s veto of the VOICES Act, a measure aimed at protecting immigrants who are survivors of trafficking, sexual assault and other forms of violence. “Survivors...

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