Kifowit Named to Military Economic Development Committee

May 25, 2023 | Kifowit

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Reflecting her years of service and strong understanding of military affairs, state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, has been appointed to the state’s Military Economic Development Committee. “Illinois plays an instrumental role in our country’s...

Carroll Passes Bill Ending Puppy Mill, Unethical Breeder Loophole

May 24, 2023 | Carroll

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A bipartisan bill by state Rep. Jonathan Carroll, D-Northbrook, aimed at stopping the illicit trade in poorly-treated companion animals, is headed to the governor’s desk after being unanimously approved by the state Senate. “For too long, puppy...

Manley to Host Community Shred Day

May 22, 2023 | Manley

ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, in partnership with state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, and Will County Executive Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, is hosting a community shred day event on Thursday, May 25 from 10:00 a.m. to noon, or until...

Avelar Measure to Reduce Medical Debt Sent to Governor

May 22, 2023 | Avelar

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. —  To help reduce medical debt for uninsured Illinoisans, state Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, passed legislation to ensure those in need of medical care will be automatically screened for health care coverage eligibility when they seek...