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Vella Refuses Pension and Fights for End to Legislator Pensions

Mar 3, 2021 | Vella

ROCKFORD, Ill. – As one of his first pieces of legislation, state Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, filed House Bill 2428 to prohibit future legislators from receiving a taxpayer funded pension when they leave office. This is following Vella’s own decision to refuse a...

Hirschauer Backing Effort to End Taxpayer-Funded Exit Bonus for Legislators

Mar 3, 2021 | Hirschauer

WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is sponsoring legislation that would end the practice of legislators claiming a full month’s pay for only one day of work. “In most professions, employees only get paid for the days that they work and...

Costa Howard Unveils New Website to Connect Residents to State Services

Mar 3, 2021 | Costa Howard

LOMBARD – State Rep. Terra Costa Howard, D-Glen Ellyn, today announced the launch of her new website, www.RepTCH48.com. “As this session gets underway, my new website will serve as an additional resource for residents who are looking for information on state...

Slaughter to Partner with Local Elected Officials for Virtual COVID-19 Vaccine Discussion

Mar 3, 2021 | Slaughter

CHICAGO – As state and local health departments continue to roll out COVID-19 vaccination plans, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is partnering with 21st Ward Alderman Howard Brookins, Jr. and Cook County 4th District Commissioner Stanley Moore for a virtual...

Hurley Calls for More Funding for First Responders, Education and Mental Health Resources

Mar 3, 2021 | Hurley

Springfield, Ill. – After listening to Governor JB Pritzker’s budget address, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, released the following statement: “Currently our families and businesses are struggling through a global pandemic which is draining our healthcare...

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