Law Allowing Cash Rent Payments Takes Effect

Jan 4, 2024 | Stava-Murray

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — Renters are guaranteed additional flexibility in payment options under a new law passed by state Rep. Anne Stava-Murray, D-Downers Grove, ensuring tenants have the option of paying in cash. “As new innovations come into wider use, it’s important...

Rep. Barbara Hernandez Hosting Winter Coat Drive

Jan 3, 2024 | Hernandez B

AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is continuing to combat the impacts of joblessness and homelessness by hosting a winter coat drive at her office on 1 E. Benton St., Suite 101 in Aurora. “Winter is an especially challenging time for people who...

State Law Reinforcing Marriage Equality to Take Effect

Dec 22, 2023 | Avelar

BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — A new law co-sponsored by state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, and taking effect Jan. 1 enshrines marriage equality for all couples, defending same-sex unions in Illinois from right-wing attacks by out-of-state judges and politicians....