Rep. Gonzalez Inaugurated, Pushes for Critical Legislation

Jan 10, 2023 | Gonzalez

CHICAGO – State Rep. Edgar Gonzalez Jr., D-Chicago, was sworn in Thursday, continuing his service to the 23rd District.  “I am honored to serve the residents of the 23rd District as state representative, a role I’ve held since I was first elected at 23 years old in...

Hirschauer Sends Assault Weapons Ban to Governor

Jan 10, 2023 | Hirschauer

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — After months of negotiation and advocacy, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, helped pass the Protect Illinois Communities Act Tuesday. The bill now heads to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk for signature. “Gun violence touches all corners of our...

Ammons Joins Women’s Caucus as Vice Chair

Jan 9, 2023 | Ammons

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, issued the following statement in response to her appointment to the Illinois House Democratic Women’s Caucus:  “I am honored to be joining the leadership of the Women’s Caucus and bringing my experience and...