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Rep. Buckner Responds to 7th Circuit Court Decision to Uphold Assault Weapons Ban

Nov 6, 2023 | Buckner

CHICAGO – State Rep. Kam Buckner, D-Chicago, issued this statement following the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision to uphold Illinois’ assault weapons ban passed earlier this year: “It is encouraging to see the judiciary once again stand against the epidemic of...

Rep. Barbara Hernandez Announces Training to Help Local Groups Navigate State Grant Process

Nov 6, 2023 | Hernandez B

AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is working to help local service providers compete for state grants with an upcoming training for on how to navigate and excel in the grant application process. It will be held at the Santori Public Library, at...

Gill Urges Passage of ‘Karina’s Bill’ to Remove Guns from Domestic Abusers

Nov 6, 2023 | Gill

CHICAGO – Concerned about recent tragedies and inconsistent court orders, state Rep. Mary Gill, D-Chicago, is encouraging the General Assembly to pass “Karina’s Bill” to strengthen protection orders and ensure domestic abusers surrender their guns. “It’s heartbreaking...

LaPointe Urges Wetland Protection, Highlights New Film Focused on Topic

Nov 3, 2023 | LaPointe

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As part of efforts aiming to preserve and protect wetlands, state Rep. Lindsey LaPointe, D-Chicago, is spearheading a House Resolution and highlighting Fluddles – a new film that takes a close look at the beauty, habitat diversity and environmental...

Benton Introduces Bill to Help More Seniors with Their Property Taxes

Nov 3, 2023 | Benton

PLAINFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Harry Benton, D-Plainfield, is working to help ease property taxes for older adults by introducing a bill to ensure they remain eligible for a key tax exemption amidst continued inflation. “A person’s home is, perhaps, their most precious...

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